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Pigmentation on Indian Skin: What Works
Written by Dr. Priya Bhoumik, MBBS FFAC · 2026-04-30 · 9 min read
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This article is educational and does not replace an in-person medical assessment. Skin and hair treatment should be personalized to your history and skin tone.
Indian skin is beautiful, but it can pigment quickly after irritation. That is why aggressive shortcuts often backfire.
The first job is diagnosis. Melasma, tanning, post-acne marks, and sun spots are not the same condition.
A good plan combines clinic treatment with sunscreen discipline and realistic maintenance.
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Some forms can recur, especially melasma. Control and maintenance are key.