- female
- 30 Years
- 20/02/2025
I've stopped smoking, but my lips are still really dark from it. It's been years of smoking and now I'm dealing with this lip hyperpigmentation issue. What can I do to get my lips back to a normal color? Any advice or treatments that might help?
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stop smoking
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 25/07/2025
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