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A member asked:

I would like i cream for hyperpigmentation on legs i tried coco butter and its still there as well as tanning.

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You : You need to see your physician or a plastic surgeon and get a two prescription medications that will help the conditions; retin - a and hydroquinone. Expect improvement in a few weeks.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Stop tanning: - it can make hyperpigmentation worse. Go see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon for some prescription hydroquinone cream or triluma cream.

Answered 8/2/2013

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