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What types of creams (names) can get rid of upper lip dark skin rest of face is so much lighter than moustache area it's my skin that's dark not hair?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

This sounds like: melasma. see dermatologist for treatment but in the meantime you can try OTC lightening agents with hydroquinone and salicylic acid or retinol

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 8/29/2017

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A member asked:

What types of creams (names) can get rid of upper lip dark skin rest of face is so much lighter than moustache area it's my skin that's dark not hair?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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