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How to get rid of tan and dark spots?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 16-year-old female. I have extreme tanning on my face as well as my hands and neck. I have had some dark-colored patches on my face for the last many years, but now they are appearing darker I have combination skin.

Please help.
Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist with eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at N.D.M.V.P. Samaj Medical College, Nashik, and DDV from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai. She has expertise in diagnosing skin problems. She also conducts screening, and evaluation, and analyzes a patient's condition to determine the proper treatment. She is currently working in Snehal's Skin Clinic, Nashik, Maharastra.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

Follow an appropriate skincare routine. I suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below.

1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser twice daily in the morning and evening.

2. Use water-based or ceramide-based moisturizer after cleansing.

3. Use photostable sunscreen half an hour before going outdoors in the sun.

4. Eat a diet rich in antioxidants, zinc, vitamin A, and Vitamin C, as well as omega-3 fatty acids.

5. Stay hydrated.

6. Avoid direct sunlight.

7. Use necessary sun protection measures.

I hope it helps.

Thanks and regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 26, 2024
Reviewed At August 26, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist with eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at N.D.M.V.P. Samaj Medical College, Nashik, and DDV from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai. She has expertise in diagnosing skin problems. She also conducts screening, and evaluation, and analyzes a patient's condition to determine the proper treatment. She is currently working in Snehal's Skin Clinic, Nashik, Maharastra.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist with eight years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at N.D.M.V.P. Samaj Medical College, Nashik, and DDV from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai. She has expertise in diagnosing skin problems. She also conducts screening, and evaluation, and analyzes a patient's condition to determine the proper treatment. She is currently working in Snehal's Skin Clinic, Nashik, Maharastra.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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