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9 Months In, Darkening Of Skin?

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(@ahmedmorsi)

Posted : 06/22/2014 6:10 am

So I'm completely clear (with a minor breakout every now and then) and that's obviously great. However the issue I have is that my skin now tans very easily. I used to think it was related to the actual bp was darkening my skin due to some sort of reaction but I know now it is due to the bp making my skin more sensitive to the sun.

It's really annoying, I literally get a couple of shades darker just from spending 10 minutes in the sun. I apply sunscreen every morning and try to avoid the sun when I can but that is not helping. I only get back to my natural skin tone after spending a week or so not going out before the sun sets.

Is there any other way to combat this? other than applying tons of sunscreen (which is not a good look/feeling) or staying home?

thank you!

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(@brandolynn)

Posted : 06/22/2014 7:23 pm

Acne medications, including benzoyl peroxide and especially AHA's can make the skin more sun sensitive. You may want to switch to a higher spf product and wear a wide brimmed hat when you are outdoors.

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