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Melasma
Melasma is a chronic pigment problem triggered by sun and hormones, which usually leaves symmetrical dark patches on both sides of the face; it is not cancer, but it is hard to clear and can recur. Since other spots and some skin cancers can resemble it, diagnosis should be made by a dermatologist. Care products do not treat it; the real support is strict sun protection.
SkinMilia
Milia are small white cysts that are not pimples. They form when dead skin cells become trapped beneath the surface, and they are harmless. Since their top is covered by skin, squeezing does not work and can cause scarring and infection; in adults they may disappear on their own within weeks or months. If stubborn, a dermatologist can remove them with sterile tools; a growing or bleeding bump requires examination.
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Serum
A serum is a light, quickly spreading liquid carrying an active that targets a specific concern; it does not replace the moisturizer that slows water loss. It is applied in a few drops after cleansing and before cream, and for most people one serum at a time is enough. If there is a second target, putting one in the morning and the other in the evening reduces the risk of irritation.
SkinSkin Cycling
Skin cycling is an evening care schedule for using actives without overloading the skin, following a sequence of one night of acid, one night of retinoid and then two nights of rest. The idea of using actives on infrequent, separate nights is established, but there is no study showing this particular sequence is superior to other arrangements. Because it contains a retinoid, it is not suitable in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in rosacea or eczema, ask a doctor first.
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