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I need some tips on how to make the areola and the nipple darker?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

They will: darken naturally with breast feeding & pregnancy. The color can be enhanced by a cosmetic surgeon.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 6/21/2014

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