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03-30-2016 03:59 PM
I have hyperpigmentation on my arms. It isn't even summer yet, but being out in the spring sun has made it worse. I have been using glytone with 15 spf daily. Does anyone have any ideas? TIA
03-30-2016 06:31 PM
I get dark spots on my face, so I touch up sunscreen at least twice in addition to putting it on in the morning. I'd just suggest to make sure it has UVB protection as well and use it every three to four hours. You may not burn, but even a little sun with no protection darkens problem spots. I get harrassed by friends on it, but I keep my spots at bay. I use Paula's choice lighteners, too.
03-30-2016 07:05 PM
Don't forget to use a good sun screen on your arms and the backs of your hands. As you age, you'll be glad you did.
03-31-2016 11:07 AM
SavvyChic and Kachina,
Thank you both for your replies. I think I will bump up the sunsceen, and try to remember to use it on my arms as well. Wish there was something else I could do, but maybe this is my best bet. Hope both of you ladies have a great day!
03-31-2016 11:11 AM
Walmart carries 3% hyrdoquinone called Nadinola in the ethnic section and Ambi Fade Cream which is 2%. Hyrdoquinone is the gold standard for skin lightening. You may also get a 4% or 6% prescription from your dr. It works. I've been using it on my hands and face. It does take time and always wear sunscreen.
03-31-2016 01:58 PM
lovethedesert,
I didn't realize that I could buy those at wal mart. I will be checking that out. I was wishing QVC still sold that Joan Rivers hand cream with that hydroquinone in it. Thanks, this is great news!!!!
I feel like my arms look so bad, I just want to wear long sleves.
03-31-2016 02:08 PM - edited 03-31-2016 02:10 PM
Besides sunscreen SPF 50 or higher I also wear SPF arm sleeves and SPF gloves when out side for any amount of time, and always while driving. A solar hat and parasol is important also.
I do do not care what people think Because of my parasol or whatever....I have great skin because I am proactive with sun protection
03-31-2016 02:26 PM
@SeaMaiden wrote:Besides sunscreen SPF 50 or higher I also wear SPF arm sleeves and SPF gloves when out side for any amount of time, and always while driving. A solar hat and parasol is important also.
I do do not care what people think Because of my parasol or whatever....I have great skin because I am proactive with sun protection
I also carry an umbrella for sun shade. It makes a huge difference.
I wanted a body lotion with more than SPF 15 and had a hard time finding one. Instead I found Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration sunscreen, which is a sunscreen with a moisturizer.
That's what I use on my arms now. I also make sure I have SPF in my hand creams. I like Deborah Lippmann Rich Girl and Supergoop Hand Creams. They're expensive, so I hold out for sale.
And remember that sunscreen needs time to absorb for it to work, so put it on 15-20 minutes before you go outside.
03-31-2016 07:22 PM
4% Hydroquinone, use it for 3 months.
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