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Hi, i have hyper-pigmentation on my face which has been there since a year, and is fading but not completely?

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Dr. David Lipkin answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

See answer: It would be best to see a photo of your face. This can be done via a Health Tap Prime consultation. You would upload several photos including closeups in sharp focus. For general advice on skin lightening products see: http://wb.md/1TQrIhl and http://bit.ly/1S8Du5c

Answered 6/1/2016

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