Why we love it: Tranexamic acid is an unsung hero of treating hyperpigmentation. It's "a gentle and effective way to improve the look of dark spots," says aesthetician Ivey Rogers. "It helps fade ...

Hyperpigmentation is common in dark skin and occurs when an area of skin becomes darker than the surrounding skin. It is typically longer lasting and more challenging to treat in darker than lighter ...

The patient had minocycline-induced hyperpigmentation. Minocycline is most often used for acne, rosacea, and management of certain sexually transmitted diseases. Other indications include chronic ...

Hyperpigmentation is darker patches from excess melanin, often more severe and longer lasting in dark skin. It can affect quality of life due as a result of the stress it can cause. A dermatologist ...

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Melanin is a blessing — this isn’t up for debate — but due to melanin, hyperpigmentation can be more prevalent with deep skin tones. “People with more melanin have more robust melanocytes, and can ...