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  • 22/01/2025

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I've been using this cream for a while and decided to stop, but now my skin's way darker than it was before. Im a college student, and I'm really self-conscious about it. Can you suggest some creams or treatments that could help get my skin back to normal fast?

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Dr. Dr Anshul Maheshwari

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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  • MBBS
  • 5+ Yrs
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Kozicure cream for local application is advised for 3-6 weeks , at bedtime ,if any side-effects dermat opinion is advised .

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