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Suggest Remedy For Tanned Skin
Hi sir, my natural skin tone is really very fair. Bt due to sun tan n lifestyle, the colour of my face, neck, hands and feet are becoming darker day by day n nw they are below normal in colour. And skin also turned very dry. I m 19 yrs old girl. Plz help for quick n natural recovery
Mon, 24 Nov 2014
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UV A part of the electromagnetic spectrum is mainly responsible for tanning.
Sunscreen is an essential part in the management of tanning.
I would suggest you to use a broad spectrum sunscreen, throughout the day.
It should have both UV A as well as UV B coverage. Reapply every 2-3 hours.
A broad spectrum sunscreen that has a minimum spf of 30, would be suitable.
You may find one such sunscreen OTC from a drug store Or you may also get it prescribed from a dermatologist.
At night you may use a cream, containing one or more of the following active ingredients e.g Azaleic acid, Hydroquinone, Kojic acid, Arbutin, Glycolic acid, licorice extract, Niacinamide, Vit C etc.
These creams are prescription products and therefore I would suggest you to visit a dermatologist in your region.
Along with the creams, you may also opt for a few sessions of chemical peeling from your dermatologist. Retises CT peel is particularly suitable for tanning and skin lightening.
Regards
UV A part of the electromagnetic spectrum is mainly responsible for tanning.
Sunscreen is an essential part in the management of tanning.
I would suggest you to use a broad spectrum sunscreen, throughout the day.
It should have both UV A as well as UV B coverage. Reapply every 2-3 hours.
A broad spectrum sunscreen that has a minimum spf of 30, would be suitable.
You may find one such sunscreen OTC from a drug store Or you may also get it prescribed from a dermatologist.
At night you may use a cream, containing one or more of the following active ingredients e.g Azaleic acid, Hydroquinone, Kojic acid, Arbutin, Glycolic acid, licorice extract, Niacinamide, Vit C etc.
These creams are prescription products and therefore I would suggest you to visit a dermatologist in your region.
Along with the creams, you may also opt for a few sessions of chemical peeling from your dermatologist. Retises CT peel is particularly suitable for tanning and skin lightening.
Regards
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