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I dont have acne but when i get a pimple& whether i pop it or not it leaves a dark spot that dont go away.i eat healthy & balanced food, workout,take multivitamins containing high dose of vitamin c.i use sunblock daily, yet the dark spots are there?
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Post-inflammatory pigmentation is a normal response. The pigmentation does fade but often take far longer than desired. You may consult this site: Skin lightening https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cosmetic-procedures/skin-lightening/ Wish you good health!
Answered 3/5/2022
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