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My face is looking very uneven after laser treatment. Is it hypopigmentation?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had taken 3 peel and 3 lasers (Q-switching) for skin lightening. I have dark skin. After the treatment, my cheeks have become very fair and it does not get tanned also. However, the rest of the face is still dark. It developed after the Q-switching session. I want to know is this hypopigmentation? Is it going to be permanent? My face is looking very uneven now. Currently, I am using DesOwen cream. Please help me understand.
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Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Hi,

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It is post-inflammatory hypopigmentation. In most cases it is temporary and will automatically revert back to normal in few weeks and sometimes in few months. Do not intentionally go for sun exposure as it may worsen your condition.

Which peel did they use? What was the gap between sessions? Except DesOwen (Desonide) what else are you using? If possible please do upload the pretreatment photographs for further evaluation.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

They used cosmo peel and the gaps between the sessions were 15 days. So, it took a total of 3 months to complete 3 peels and 3 Q-switch laser sessions. The treatment was for skin lightening. I am not using any medicine except DesOwen. I am using sunscreen (Vichy SPF 50) currently and a few products like night cream, face wash, etc. I am attaching before-treatment pictures. I am avoiding sun exposure but I am worried if this is permanent.

Answered by Dr. Atishay Bukharia

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Hi,

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I have checked your pretreatment photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity). In most cases, it is not permanent. Very rarely post-inflammatory hypopigmentation can persist for a longer duration. If it has been a month or two for laser and peel then you should stop applying DesOwen too. As it is a steroid, in long duration it can also cause hypopigmentation.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 19, 2016
Reviewed At February 12, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Atishay Bukharia is a skilled specialist in Dermatology, Venereology, and Leprosy, with expertise in treating skin, hair, and nail disorders, sexually transmitted infections, and leprosy-related conditions. He is proficient in advanced dermatological procedures, clinical diagnosis, and patient-focused care. Dr. Bukharia is committed to providing comprehensive, evidence-based treatments to promote healthy skin and improve patients' overall dermatological well-being.

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