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? asked in HealthDiseases & ConditionsSkin Conditions · 10 years ago

Dark bump left over from pimple?

I've heard about Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, which causes melanin overproduction in the pimple area. However, the dark spot I have is slightly raised, even though I'm pretty sure it's not a pimple anymore. Does this mean I still have gunk under the spot? If so, should I try to get the gunk out? Or is it just PIH?

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  • ☆ΜαΣϰιντολογιςτ☆
    Lv 7
    10 years ago
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    It is probably minor swelling as well as PIH.

    Salicylic acid and hydroquinone help.

    Use benzoyl peroxide at the opposite end of the day to prevent staining with hydroquinone.

    Try Paula's Choice RESIST Clearly Remarkable Skin Lightener Gel

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