skin darkening help please - Skin Problems Message Board

Denise98 · 06-11-2004, 12:09 AM

Hi, I was wondering if anyone else has had a problem where the skin on the elbows, back of the neck, and under the arms has ever turned a really dark brown color? it is really embarrassing and dont know what to do for it, I am Diabetic so I dont know if that has something to do with it or not I would appreciate any info. thanks.

redcanna · 07-08-2004, 10:04 PM

Hi Denise,

I have the same condition also. I have it on my elbows, underarms, a little on my knees. My sister has it really bad on the back of her neck.

My elbows are really bad. It is embarrassing. I am not diabetic, nor is my sister. I have been super exfoliating for about a month now. I am trying this skin lightening cream for about 2 weeks. It says it takes at least 3 weeks.

Yes,

We need help!!

redcanna

Denise98 · 07-15-2004, 11:20 PM

Hi, redcanna... Just wanted to let you know if you read this, that a dermatologist told me a while ago not to scrub it becasue it makes it worse and believe me I used to scrub mine, but it made no difference. just thought I would let you know.

redcanna · 07-19-2004, 12:31 AM

Denise,
Thanks for the info. Did you ever get the dark to go away?

Kathy

WhipEffect · 07-19-2004, 08:59 PM

Hi!

I have a similar problem and I am currently using Retin-A, a dermatologist prescribed skin bleaching agent. I have been using it for about a month and a half and am starting to see results. I am also going to get my elbows and knees treated with a chemical peel just to speed things up. These things might sound a little too expensive but at least my skin is going to look presentable. One last piece of advice please don't try those over the counter products because they don't work and if they do then the results are minimal at best. If you have any questions just ask me for I have a website that my doc recommended to buy retin-a. I also recommend doing some search on retin-a too so u can get a better understanding of how things work.