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Are there any acne treatments specifically for people with dark skin? Are there any treatments specifically harmful to dark skin?
There are no Acne Treatments specifically for use on Dark Skin. Acne Treatments are generally as safe and effective on Dark Skin as on light skin. Some Treatments for Acne Scars may cause temporary lightening of Dark Skin.
Acne is a common Skin Disease that has the same causes and follows the same course in all colors of skin.
Very dark or Black Skin may be less well-moisturized than lighter skin. Tropical anti-Acne agents such as Benzoyl Peroxide that have a Drying Effect on the skin should be used under the supervision of a dermatologist. Benzoyl Peroxide also is a strong bleach and therefore must be applied carefully to avoid inadvertent decolorization of a patch of hair, towels or clothing.
Darker skin has a tendency to develop post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (excessive skin darkening at places where the skin was inflamed). Severe inflammatory Acne may result in dark spots. The spots resolve over time; a dermatologist may be able to recommend cosmetic measures to make the spots less apparent until they resolve. Some Acne Treatments, such as topical retinoids and azelaic acid, may also help fade the discoloration.
Removal of Acne Scars by dermabrasion or chemical peeling may cause temporary lightening or darkening of Dark Skin in the areas of Treatment. Scar Treatment should be discussed with a dermatologist or dermatologic surgeon before it is undertaken.
Alterations of melanin (dark pigments that give the skin its color) pigmentation such as vitiligo and melasma are not related to Acne, but they may be present simultaneously with Acne. The diagnosis and Treatment of melanin pigmentation disorders such as vitiligo requires a dermatologist with knowledge and experience in treating these conditions.
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Check with your Dermatologist or pharmacist.
If you were taking one dose a day of an antibiotic, you could probably take it in the morning, at midday or in the evening, although you should pick one time of day and stay with it throughout your treatment.
With oral Medications prescribed twice a day or three times a day, you should try your best to spread out the doses evenly.
Some antibiotics should be taken on an empty or nearly empty stomach.
For optimal results with topical treatments, you should strictly follow your Dermatologist’s recommendations.
For example, if instructed to apply Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning and a topical retinoid at bedtime, it is important to follow these directions strictly.
If the two were applied together at bedtime, for example, you could decrease the efficacy of the treatment because of chemical reactions that make them less effective.
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