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Why is my face too dark than the rest tone of my body and what can i do or use. wasn't that way growing up. it now looks like i have more melanin on my face compared to other parts of my body. i am an african man, but a bit light toned body?
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Any color skin tone can respond to sun exposure by producing more melanin. Sunscreen use in dark skinned persons is less common, but may help in preventing sun mediated skin darkening.
Answered 11/4/2022
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The melanin increase on your face is to protect you from harmful radiation from the Sun. It is more on the face because your face is not covered when you are outdoors. A light toned body is not superior. so there is no need to feel insecure because you have dark tone on your face. You could use Sun screen if you like; or wear hat with rim to reduce Sun on your face.
Answered 11/4/2022
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