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How to get rid of my skin tan and pigmentation?
Query: Hello doctor,My skin tone is brown or tanned type, and it is excessively oily and sensitive. My skin had already lots of pigmentation because of pimples and acne. I am also suffering from PCOD, so pigmentation is also present on my chin and neck region. Kindly suggest me proper advice for getting ri... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Skin tanning is a side effect of excessive sunlight exposure. Indian skin is very prone to tanning. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions: Avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you can. Wear sunglass, caps, and cover expo... Read Full »
I am seeking sunscreen lotion to avoid tanning. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old male, and my job requires a lot of outdoor activities. I am concerned about getting tanned. I use sunscreen regularly, but I am still getting darker. Are there specific types of sunscreen or additional measures I should consider to protect my skin from the sun? Also... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. Regarding your concern about sun exposure due to your job, you can use Solimo sunscreen lotion (Octinoxate and Oxyben... Read Full »
I have tanned skin. Please suggest whitening pills.
Query: Hello, I am a 22 year old, male. I have a very sensitive skin, even after using sunscreens, it is tanned. Suggest me any skin whitening pills. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing to us. As such there are no skin whitening pills. Glutathione pills are marketed as skin whitening pill, but its use is not recommended by doctors. It is essential to know how you use your sunscreen. Sunscreens with SPF 30 are good for regular use. Sunscreen should be a... Read Full »
What is the ideal Glutathione dosage for skin brightening?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a male, 6 feet tall, and weigh around 165 pounds. I recently consulted a dermatologist for Glutathione injections. My dermatologist suggested an intravenous drip (1200 mg Glutathione and 8000 mg vitamin C), but I am unsure about how safe is it to have 8000 mg of vitamin C in one ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. The injectable formulation dose recommended is 600 to 1200 mg once or twice a week, but various adverse effects are reported with the intravenous route due to possibilities of overdose toxicity or may b... Read Full »
What causes blackish arms, and neck compared to the body?
Query: Hello doctor, My arms, neck and underarms are blackish compared to the rest of my body. Please look at my pictures and inform me the solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are concerned. Looking at your photographs, I can appreciate that you have two things (attachment removed to protect patient identity). 1. Acanthosis nigricans: The darkening of the neck and underarms is due to thickening of the skin, known as ... Read Full »
How can I manage recurring skin issues after stopping medication?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing excessive dryness on my facial skin, coupled with the appearance of black tanned spots. After consulting with a local doctor, I was prescribed Photo ban 50 for this issue. Whenever I take medication, this dryness exacerbates. I have a history of endometriosis a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I have reviewed the details and images you provided (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Excessive skin dryness can result from using hormonal tablets and Fucidin H cream. If you are still using the ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old male and I am 177 centimeters tall and my weight is 132.77 pounds. When I was a child my skin color was fair but as years passed by my face and my hands started becoming darker due to sun exposure and my body is still fair in color. I need to ask how to get back my f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Skin tanning is a side effect of excessive sunlight exposure. Indian skin is very prone to get tanned. I will explain the treatment and precautions in a point-wise manner: 1. Avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you ... Read Full »
My face is becoming dull slowly. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Two years ago, my face was bright. But now it is slowly becoming dull. Please help me. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you can. Wear sun glass, and caps and cover the exposed parts of the body all the time. Use good sunscreen thrice a day all over the face. The sunscreen should have an SPF (sun protection factor) ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I have a question about skincare. My skin has been damaged from the sun and inconsistent moisturizing. I used to only do it once in a while, but not daily. My body is brown, but my arms and legs are dark. I have two tones of skin color, with light and dark spots. Also, I get contact dermat... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You can take a Vitamin C tablet if you wish, but glutathione is not recommended. The body will take time to come back to its natural color. You have a double color because of tanning. So do not worry. Just cover your face and arms while goi... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have dull, oily skin with some adult acne. After the doctor’s consultation, I started using Faceclin for acne, but my face and body color vary from tan and melasma in my jawline. I wanted a daily matte moisturizer with Niacinamide but could not find one. Please advise.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I suggest the following: Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on your face. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. Avoid dust and use sunscreen above 30 SPF (sun protection factor). Do ... Read Full »