Is Rosacea and hyperpigmentation the same thing?

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If not then what is hyperpigmentation and how can it be treated?
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African-American skin care question: can Ambi products help severe acne and hyperpigmentation?

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I have been using tri-luma for the past 7 months to help with hyperpigmentation and skin discoloration and it hasn't helped. Can Ambi help me? I want to know before I go buy some.
I had tri-luma for a few months too.
1. Stop using tri-luma, it's linked to cancer. I wish my doctor told me that before I used it forever! It bleached my skin but didn't get rid of the scars.
2. Ambi won't come close to tri-luma even if Tri-luma does suck.
3 MaMa lotion actually worked for me. here is a link: http://skincarerx.com/review_box.html?pid=498
It is pricy but worth it. My skin is clear and even now. READ THE DIRECTIONS! twice!  (+ info)

What causes hyperpigmentation and how can I accelerate the process back to normal looking skin?

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I was burned a few months ago, but now where the skin was white after the scab fell off it is now much darker. What can I do to correct the problem?
go to a dematolgist and the will prescribe some bleaching cream to reverse that dark spot you have on your skin.  (+ info)

How to get rid of hyperpigmentation?

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HELP!! i have such ugly acne and hyperpigmentation. i cant seem to get rid of it!! please help me!!! give me some home remedies if you can!
For Acne you can follow the following tips:
Do not eat cold foods, oily, spicy and sugary foods.
Consume fresh fruits like carrots and oranges as they provide proper water content in your body, which will make the blood purer.
Drink 8-10 glasses of water daily it will cleanse you system and keep the skin glowing.
Tips for Hyper pigmentation:
Include green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits in your diet.
Prepare a mixture of tomato juice in buttermilk, in the ratio of 1:6 by composition. Apply this mixture on the affected parts. This will help the skin to be healed very quickly.
Apply cucumber juice to soften the skin and reduce redness and inflammation of the skin.
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How to reduce hyperpigmentation scars from acne?

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Though I do not frequently have "big" breakouts, whenever I get a zit I have a mark there regardless of if I pick it or not. What can I do to reduce the appearance of these faster? I started using hydroquinone a little while ago, but I'm wondering if there is anything else I could do. Any way I should change my diet?
Treating Acne Scars
After an acne lesion has healed it can leave a red or brownish mark on your face. This is technically not a scar, it is called post inflammatory hyper pigmentation (PIH). PIH will usually fade on its own within a few months. But any skin discoloration still present after one year is considered to be a scar.

Encouraging PIH to fade more quickly can be accomplished with certain natural remedies. As well as with the use of commercial products formulated specifically for this purpose. Lets take a look at some of the natural treatments readily available at your local grocery or wholistic market.

Rose hip oil: The Retinol found naturally in Rose hip oil assists with cell regeneration, and promotes an increase of collagen and elastin levels.

Rose hip oil is high in Both Omega 3 and Omega 6 Essential Fatty Acids which are known to reduce the size of the pores.

Look for Rose hip oil with added vitamin E oil which will add to its beneficial effects to your skin and increase the Rose hips shelf life.

Baking Soda: Exfoliate your skin with baking soda. You can give yourself a mini microdermabrasion treatment by mixing one teaspoon of baking soda with two teaspoons of filtered water. Rub the mixture gently on to acne scars for about one minute then rinse it off with cool water.

Honey and Pearl Powder: Blend these two natural ingredients in equal quantities to make a home treatment for acne as well as acne scars and PIH. Apply the formula directly to affected areas once a week. Allow the treatment to sit for fifteen minutes then wash it off with warm soapy water.

The action of the enzyme glucose oxidase, found in Honey produces hydrogen peroxide, a known anti-bacterial with skin lightening properties.

Pearl powder contains potent amino acids, which are the building blocks of every living organism. Pearl powder also slows the development of melanin which controls the color pigments of the skin.

When mixed these two natural substances become a powerful remedy for scaring and other pigmentation issues.

SkinBright: SkinBright is an all Natural skin lightener proven effective in the treatment of acne scars. It contains Kojak Acid, Alpha-Arbutin and Lemon Extract in addition to other ingredients known to be effective skin lighteners. For more info visit the SkinBright homepage.

Measure success by improvement not perfection. While some results may be seen right away do not be discouraged if complete fading isn't accomplished immediately. The fact is that once skin is damaged complete reversal of the condition  (+ info)

does anyone know a way to treat and prevent hyperpigmentation?

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i have a problem with hyperpigmentation....scars not fully healing any blemish automatically becomes a HUGE dark spot. I need to figure out a way to treat and try to prevent my hyperpigmentation. Does anyone know how????
Basically, stay out of the sun and use plenty of sunscreen, also, another site said to use hydroquinone or seek out certain medication from a dermatologist; here is some more information:


Definition

Hyperpigmentation is the increase in the natural color of the skin.

Description

Melanin, a brown pigment manufactured by certain cells in the skin called melanocytes, is responsible for skin color. Melanin production is stimulated by a pituitary hormone called melanocyte stimulating hormone (MSH). Other pigments appear in the skin much less often.

Causes and symptoms

Darkened spots on the skin come in several varieties. The most ominous is malignant melanoma, a very aggressive cancer that begins as an innocent mole. The majority of moles (nevus), however, are and remain benign (harmless). The average person has several dozen, and certain people with a hereditary excess may have hundreds. Freckles, age spots, and cafe au lait spots, known as ephelides, are always flat and not as dark. Cafe au lait spots are seen mostly in people with another hereditary disorder called neurofibromatosis. "Port wine stains" are congenital dark red blotches on the skin. Other common dark colorations on the skin are called keratosis and consist of locally overgrown layers of skin that are dark primarily because there is more tissue than normal. A few of these turn into skin cancers of a much less dangerous kind than melanoma.

Darkened regions of the skin occur as a result of abnormal tanning when the skin is sensitive to sunlight. Several diseases and many drugs can cause photosensitivity. Among the common drugs responsible for this uncommon reaction are birth control pills, antibiotics (sulfonamides and tetracyclines), diuretics, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), pain relievers, and some psychoactive medications. Some of the same drugs may also cause patches of discolored skin known as localized drug reactions and representing an allergy to that drug. Sunlight darkens an abnormal chemical in the skin of patients with porphyria cutanea tarda. Several endocrine diseases, some cancers, and several drugs abnormally stimulate melanocytes, usually through an overproduction of MSH. Arsenic poisoning and Addison's disease are among these causes. A condition known as acanthosis nigricans is a velvety darkening of skin in folded areas (arm pits, groin, and neck) that can signal a cancer or hormone imbalance.

Of particular note is a condition called melasma (dark pigmentation of the skin), caused by the female hormone estrogen. Normal in pregnancy, this brownish discoloration of the face can also happen with birth control pills that contain estrogen.

Overall darkening of the skin may be due to pigmented chemicals in the skin. Silver, gold, and iron each have a characteristic color when visible in the skin. Several drugs and body chemicals, like bilirubin, can end up as deposits in the skin and discolor it.

There are a number of other rare entities that color the skin, each in its own peculiar way. Among these are strange syndromes that seem to be birth defects and vitamin and nutritional deficiencies.

Diagnosis

The pattern of discoloration is immediately visible to the trained dermatologist, a physician specializing in skin diseases, and may be all that is required to name and characterize the discoloration. Many of these pigment changes are signs of internal disease that must be identified. Pigmentation changes may also be caused by medication, and the drug responsible for the reaction must be identified and removed.

Treatment

Skin sensitive to sunlight must be protected by shade or sunscreens with an SPF of 15 or greater. Skin cancers must be, and unsightly benign lesions may be, surgically removed. Laser surgery is an effective removal technique for many localized lesions. Because it spreads so rapidly, melanoma should be immediately removed, as well as some of the surrounding tissue to prevent regrowth.

Prevention

Sunlight is the leading cause of dark spots on the skin, so shade and sunscreens are necessary preventive strategies, especially in people who burn easily.

Key Terms


Addison's disease
A degenerative disease that is characterized by weight loss, low blood pressure, extreme weakness, and dark brown pigmentation of the skin.


Dermatologist
A physician specializing in the study of skin conditions and diseases


Diuretic
A cause of increased urine flow.


Keratosis
A skin disease characterized by an overgrowth of skin, which usually appears discolored.


Lesion
Any localized abnormality.


Melasma
Dark pigmentation of the skin.


Neurofibromatosis
Otherwise known as von Recklinghausen's disease, consists of pigmented skin spots and numerous soft tumors all over the body.


Nevus
Birthmark or mole.


NSAID
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs--aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and many others.


Porphyria cutanea tarda
An inherited disease that results in the overproduction of porphyrins.


Syndrome
Common features of a disease or features that appear together often enough to suggest they may represent a single, as yet unknown, disease entity.  (+ info)

How to get rid of hyperpigmentation spots?

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After having my child my hair and skin haven't been the same. When I get a zit and it finally goes away a dark spot is left and I hate that so much. I've been using Palmer's Skin Success lightening cream but doesn't seem like its working. Can someone please recommend a good product for hyper-pigmentation?
u need kit of 30% glycolic acid  (+ info)

What should I do about hyperpigmentation after a cold sore?

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I have a bright red mark on my upper lip from having two consecutive cold sores in the same place. What should I do to make it fade quicker? I don't know if scar treatment (ointment) is the most effective method. Help!
If there is no active infection , you can use 1% hydro cortisone cream which help to clear the pigmentation.  (+ info)

I have hyperpigmentation in a spot that never gets sunlight. What could be the cause?

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It's about the size of a quarter and blotchy. It's under my breast, and the only time I can remember ever sunning there was in a tanning bed over two years ago. Also I want to know if this is something I should be worried about.
It could be hormonal. There is a great video about how to correct hyper-pigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is one of the biggest skin concerns but there are some great solutions to this common problem.

Natural Skin Shop has many peels to choose from, all of them help with hyperpigmentation. However, the brightening peels (AHA Kojic) are great because they contain a combination of Alpha Hydroxy Glycolic, Lactic and Pyruvic Acids together with Kojic acid, Bearberry and Licorice extracts to inhibit skin discoloration and melanin production and slow the darkening of the cells.

There are also two very important accessory products to boost the results of these peels, Max Strength Alpha Arbutin Serum and Skin Lighten Activator. Both contain the hydroquinone alternative alpha arbutin, which will keep your new healthy skin light and bright following the peels.

You can find all these products on NaturalSkinShop.com hope this helps!  (+ info)

What is the best product to remove hyperpigmentation marks from past acne?

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I have been noticing dark brown spots due to the previous acne and need toknow the best most effective product that can help.I have combination skin and african american
I would like info on products that will not irritate my skin nor clog my pores
African Amercians has a higher risk of hyperpigmentation. There are many ways to treat hyperpigmentation. One product you can check with your dermatologist if it is suitable for you is Mederma.  (+ info)

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