A member asked:

Which cream can i be using? m fair in complexion and when i use vaseline, i get darker

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Stop Vaseline: Try lighter creams or lotion that can moisturize the skin. The best are those for sensitive skin that do not contain fragrances or other ingredients that can cause irritation.

Answered 1/17/2014

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Dr. Ellen Turner answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Sunscreen.: Living in nigeria, knowing that your skin darkens with a plain moisturizer with no preservative such as vaseline petroleum jelly, it is likely that you simply need a good sunscreen with spf of 30 or higher, and containing both uva and uvb protection. This sunscreen should be applied every 2 hours you are out of doors. My suspicion is that with vaseline and no sunscreen, you are getting dark.

Answered 1/17/2014

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