I'm a bit concerned because I've had dark spots on my feet for the past 5 years. There's no pain or other health issues that I've noticed over the years. Could you help me understand why this might be happening?

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Dr Kareemulla Shaik

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Can be due to various reasons such as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, sun exposure, or even certain medical conditions. To help lighten these dark spots, you can try using a topical cream containing hydroquinone or kojic acid. Apply a thin layer on the affected areas once daily. Additionally, wearing sunscreen on your feet daily can prevent further darkening of the spots.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been using Myfair cream on my face for the past two weeks, and it seems to be making my skin glow. I havent noticed any side effects so far. Should I keep using it, or would you advise otherwise?

It is not recommended to use Myfair cream for face glowing as it contains hydroquinone which can have potential side effects in the long term such as skin irritation, redness, and thinning of the skin. Instead, you can switch to a safer alternative like Kojic acid cream or Vitamin C serum for a more natural and gentle approach to achieve glowing skin. Apply a pea-sized amount of Kojic acid cream or Vitamin C serum on your face once daily in the evening for best results.

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