I've been using Pendram Plus for a while and now I've got these dark circles and my skin has turned really dark. I'm kind of worried about how I can fix this. Any suggestions on what to do?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

General Practitioner

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4+ Yrs

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Prolonged use of Pendram Plus, a topical corticosteroid cream, can lead to skin darkening and other side effects. To address these issues, follow these steps:

Reversing Skin Darkening

Stop using Pendram Plus: Discontinue using the cream to prevent further skin darkening.Reducing Dark Circles

Eye creams: Use eye creams containing ingredients like:

Caffeine (reduces puffiness)

Peptides (stimulates collagen production)

Vitamin K (fades dark circles)

Cold compress: Apply a cold compress to the affected area to reduce puffiness.

Elevate your head: Sleep with your head slightly elevated to reduce fluid accumulation under the eyes.

Hydrate: Drink plenty of water to keep your skin hydrated and plump.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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