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Why is sun protection so important when treating hyperpigmentation?

April 26, 2017hyperpigmentation Sun treating

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Why is sun protection so important when treating hyperpigmentation?

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Sun exposure causes the skin cells to produce pigment to help shield it from further sun damage. Treating hyperpigmentation without protecting the skin from the sun is a waste because as you are helping to get rid of pigment you are also creating new pigment.