• female
• 16 Years
• 29/04/2022

how to treat acne at home

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 5+ Yrs

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Creams based on retinoic acid or salicylic acid

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I've been using kojivit cream for some time and it really helps my skin look brighter, but I'm worried because whenever I stop using it, my face gets dull again. What should I do to maintain the results long-term? Can you guide me on how to use it effectively or suggest any alternatives?

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I'm a 22-year-old woman dealing with acanthosis nigricans and excess weight. I know losing weight will help fade the pigmentation, but I have important events coming up in a month and need a faster solution. Are there any effective bleaching creams, gels, or laser treatments that could quickly reduce the dark patches? It's really affecting my confidence.

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