- female
- 25 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm really worried because my face and neck are a lot darker than the rest of my body. I've also got these dark spots on my face, especially on both sides of my forehead, which are even darker. I recently started using a sunscreen with SPF 50, but it hasn't made any difference. I used to play outside in the sun a lot around 4 years ago, and I wonder if that's what's causing this. What can I do to fix this? I'm really looking for some advice on how to lighten these areas and get rid of the dark spots.
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continue same treatment.
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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