Question 1

what can i use for dark spots on my face ?

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Several options: First you need to have it looked at to make sure it is not anything suspicious for cancer. If it is hyperpigmentation topical hydroquinone/tretinoi (triluma) works well. Chemical peel or ipl (intense pulse light) works well also.

Question 2

what can i use for dark spots on my face and neck? i've tried everything from soaps to creams to going to the dermatologist. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Skin spots: Most skin spots are amenable to laser skin treatment especially if they have not improved with prescription topical therapy.  Go see a doctor who provides this service.

Question 3

i have a lot of dark spots on my face . what can i use ? i've been using multiple of creams and i don't wanna use any makeup.

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Avoid sun exposure: You may use wide brim hat to limit sun exposure to your face. You may also use sunscreen.
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Question 4

what should i use for when i bust my bumps and they make dark spots on my face? over the counter i suggest

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Don't bust the bumps: Silly but true. The bumps will heal better that way, with less scaring. You can use a little heat (but not too much). Hoping a dermatologist will answer and give you more specific advice.

Question 5

what can i use to get rid of dark spots on my face from acne?

Accepted Answer

Topical bleach: This postinflammatory pigmentation is temporary, and if you have patience and a steady hand you can try using a skin bleach within a quinone. Most people, including those you might be interested in dating, couldn't care less about the brown spots. It's your call.

Question 6

hydroquinone 4% cream to lighten dark spots on my face: it worked a bit for a week now, but redness always occurs after use, and it goes away next day?

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LittleRedRidingSpots: Be careful. That redness could become permanent. Use too much of that stuff or use it for too long and the irritant effect will turn your brown spots into little Jupiter's Eyes. Always best to apply topical creams that are used for dots or spots or little sun damage spots a little at a time. Try a test patch in the crook of your elbow first. And if it says apply daily, start with twice a week.

Question 7

can i use clindamycin phosphate lotion for dark spots on my face?

Accepted Answer

Topical clindamycin: You can certainly use this. Whether it will work depends upon what the cause of the dark spots is. If it does not work suggest you see a dermatologist.

Question 8

i have dark sun spots on my face.i am about to use hair color first time ever that says it should not be used if 1 has depigmentation.should i use it?

Accepted Answer

Follow precautions: I always caution people to follow directions and precautions on the boxes of any treatment. To know for sure though, it is best to consult your Primary care Physician.

Question 9

hi! four months ago i waxed all my face,and the result is big dark spots on my cheeks.i use sunprotect 50.used acnelyse-not working!please help!

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: You should see a dermatologist.  The skin on the face is significantly more fragile than the skin that usually gets wax treatments.  You should do this soon to avoid any permanent damage.  Hope this helps!

Question 10

what can i use thats cheap an works for sun spots on the face? iv been using proactiv dark spot remover for about a week.

Accepted Answer

Sun Spots: After several months of application, tretinoin cream and hydroquinone cream can lighten lentigines or sun spots.

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What can i use for dark spots on my face and neck? i've tried everything from soaps to creams to going to the dermatologist. any suggestions?

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I have a lot of dark spots on my face . what can i use ? i've been using multiple of creams and i don't wanna use any makeup.

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What should i use for when i bust my bumps and they make dark spots on my face? over the counter i suggest

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What can i use to get rid of dark spots on my face from acne?

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Hydroquinone 4% cream to lighten dark spots on my face: it worked a bit for a week now, but redness always occurs after use, and it goes away next day?

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Can i use clindamycin phosphate lotion for dark spots on my face?

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I have dark sun spots on my face.i am about to use hair color first time ever that says it should not be used if 1 has depigmentation.should i use it?

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Hi! four months ago i waxed all my face,and the result is big dark spots on my cheeks.i use sunprotect 50.used acnelyse-not working!please help!

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What can i use thats cheap an works for sun spots on the face? iv been using proactiv dark spot remover for about a week.

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