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Brown Spots

Brown spots on the face and skin are most commonly due to sun exposure. Such spots are termed ephelis and lentigo and occur due to excessive melanin deposition. Sometimes brown spots can be the result of skin conditions, medications, etc. Wearing sunscreens with atleast an SPF of 50, anti-aging creams, creams containing kojic acid, niacinamide, vitamin E, retinoids, arbutin, etc., help reduce such brown spots.

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I am suffering from melasma over my nose, cheeks, and forehead. What should I do?

Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from melasma over my nose, cheeks, and forehead. Whenever I try to apply foundation to hide it on any occasion, it looks brownish. It has been happening for almost 15 years, starting from my second pregnancy. What should I do? Already taking medicine for it, but I do not se...  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Melasma is common during pregnancy. First, I suggest you avoid or at least reduce the use of foundation because that may cause more harm over time. Secondly, you may use Berberis Aquifolium mother tincture (available in all homeopathic stores)...  Read Full »

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