HomeAnswersDermatologyskin cancerI used a self-tanner and it makes me feel like I have skin cancer. Why?

Does using a self-tanner cause skin cancer?

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Dr. Suvash Sahu

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Published At November 3, 2022
Reviewed AtNovember 11, 2022

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a question that always makes me nervous when I use a self-tanner. I feel like I have had skin cancer all these years.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

It seems you have developed freckles. Freckles or ephelis are common in individuals who sunburn easily and do not tan. However, it is uncommon among people who have dark skin. I suggest you use 30 % Trichloroacetic acid cautery (TCA) or topical treatment with Depiwhite (Vitis Vinifera seed oil, Propanediol, Glycerin, Behenyl alcohol, C12-13 Alkyl Lactate, Hydrogenated coconut acid, Propylene glycol, and Glyceryl stearate) cream apply it at night daily for sixteen weeks. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with them and take medications with their consent. Follow certain sun protection measures like avoiding midday sun, especially between 10 am to 4 pm. Seek shade whenever possible. Wear broad-brimmed hats. Apply Suncros soft gel sunscreen (Cyclopentasiloxane, Zinc oxide, C12-15 Alkyl benzoate, Dimethicone crosspolymer, Caprylyl methicone, Isostearic acid, and Polyhydroxystearic Acid) with SPF (sun protection factor) 50 plus in the morning all over the face and should be repeated after four hours once daily.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Suvash Sahu
Dr. Suvash Sahu

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