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Asked for Female, 36 years old from Gurgaon

Can you please help me with my dark underarms. Tried all the home remedies, nothing worked.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap and usually charged per sitting or as a package. Consult a dermatologist.

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Asked for female, 24 years old from Chennai

I am 20 years old. I had brown color skin when I was young then I became black .any cream that helps me to become 2 to 3 shades fairer.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap and usually charged per sitting or as a package. Consult a dermatologist.

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Asked for female, 26 years old from Delhi

Hi Doctor, I am six months pregnant and having small acne at my back it is also leaving marks at my back. Please suggest some medicine or ointment. And my gynae has prescribed me two tabs of folic acid daily is it ok to take two tab a day? Please help me with these two queries.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

The superficial pigmentation respond to creams. The deeper ones need chemical peels and lasers and additional depigmentation creams. You can start initially on milder depigmentation creams which contain kojic acid, arbutin, niacinamide like Melaglow at night and use sunscreen (SPF 35 and above) three times a day. These are safe during pregnancy. Folic acid can be take twice a day as they are water soluble vitamins they do not cause side effects.

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Asked for female, 21 years old from Kottayam

I am 21 years old. Is it safe to use no scars cream? Will it cause early ageing? Should I use it regularly or in a while?

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

There are various treatments for acne scars which include creams, chemical peels, microdermaabrasion, microneedling, radiofrequency, surgery, fat fill laser etc. Creams work only for superficial pigmentation not for scars. You can start initially on milder depigmentation creams which contain kojic acid, arbutin, niacinamide like Melaglow at night and use sunscreen (SPF 35 and above) three times a day. It need examination and personalised plan. You can consult in private with photographs.

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Asked for female, 26 years old from Ludhiana

I am 25 female. M suffering from dark underarms from last few months. It getting more dark day by day by home remedies. Pls suggest me correct way to whiten it.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

Hello, Underarms and genital rerion are in hormonal control and are darker. There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. Consult a dermatologist.

Health Query

Helo, I have skin problem regarding my monocyte increase to normal range my melanin level increase. My skin dark dy by day how I treat this problem what medicine take and reduce this problem please Lybrate doctors help me my face so dark.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

Hello, There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. Consult a dermatologist.

Health Query

How to get rid of dark forehead. My forehead is little darkish since 5 yrs. I applied various natural things but it will just fade off and it will be the same if I go out on sun. I want a permanent solution for this rather than any laser or cosmetic treatment. Please advice.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

Hello, There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. Consult a dermatologist.

139 people found this helpful

Asked for male, 30 years old from Gandhinagar

Madam, I have melasma problem, in my knee. Is laser treatment required ,and how much will be it's cost.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

Hello, There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. Cost may be 2-5 thousand per session depending on area. Consult a dermatologist.

Asked for female, 28 years old from Chennai

I have pigmentation or dark colour around my mouth, specifically in chin part. I have bleached that part, removed hair in that area, taking Vit A tablet as well. But no result. What shall I do for even skin tone?

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

Hello, There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch Nd Yag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. Consult a dermatologist.

136 people found this helpful

Asked for female, 36 years old from Mumbai

Onnmy face many areas are pigmented like. Mouth area forehead. Pls suggest me any natural mask to remove pigmentation.

Dr. Abhishek Vijayakumar91%(2318 ratings)

MCh Plastic Surgery, MS - General Surger...read more

Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon•Bangalore

There are various treatment for pigmentation. From creams containing hydroquinone to milder ones of Kojic acid, niacinamide, arbutin. There is options of glutathione injections to oral tablets with vitamin C, also laser toning also gives good results. Laser toning using Q switch NdYag laser is an option but results variable. You may need 6-8 sessions at 3 weeks gap. It may cost 2-4 thousand per session. Consult a dermatologist.

65 people found this helpful

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Can you please help me with my dark underarms. Tried all the home remedies, nothing worked.

I am 20 years old. I had brown color skin when I was young then I became black .any cream that helps me to become 2 to 3 shades fairer.

Hi Doctor, I am six months pregnant and having small acne at my back it is also leaving marks at my back. Please suggest some medicine or ointment. And my gynae has prescribed me two tabs of folic acid daily is it ok to take two tab a day? Please help me with these two queries.

I am 21 years old. Is it safe to use no scars cream? Will it cause early ageing? Should I use it regularly or in a while?

I am 25 female. M suffering from dark underarms from last few months. It getting more dark day by day by home remedies. Pls suggest me correct way to whiten it.

Helo, I have skin problem regarding my monocyte increase to normal range my melanin level increase. My skin dark dy by day how I treat this problem what medicine take and reduce this problem please Lybrate doctors help me my face so dark.

How to get rid of dark forehead. My forehead is little darkish since 5 yrs. I applied various natural things but it will just fade off and it will be the same if I go out on sun. I want a permanent solution for this rather than any laser or cosmetic treatment. Please advice.

Madam, I have melasma problem, in my knee. Is laser treatment required ,and how much will be it's cost.

I have pigmentation or dark colour around my mouth, specifically in chin part. I have bleached that part, removed hair in that area, taking Vit A tablet as well. But no result. What shall I do for even skin tone?

Onnmy face many areas are pigmented like. Mouth area forehead. Pls suggest me any natural mask to remove pigmentation.