The role of sunscreen in melasma and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation

Photosensitive conditions such as melasma and postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) are exacerbated by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays and visible light making sunscreen use an essential component of treatment. This is especially true in skin of color patients who are less likely to use photopr...

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Published in:	Indian journal of dermatology Vol. 65; no. 1; pp. 5 - 10
Main Authors:	Fatima, Sakeena, Braunberger, Taylor, Mohammad, Tasneem, Kohli, Indermeet, Hamzavi, Iltefat
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	India Wolters Kluwer India Pvt. Ltd 01.01.2020 Medknow Publications and Media Pvt. Ltd Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd Wolters Kluwer - Medknow Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
Subjects:	Care and treatment Color Dermatology Hyperpigmentation Melanosis melasma postinflammatory hyperpigmentation Review Self evaluation Skin Sunscreen Sunscreening agents Titanium Toiletries industry ultraviolet light visible light sunscreen visible light Melasma postinflammatory hyperpigmentation ultraviolet light
ISSN:	0019-5154, 1998-3611, 1998-3611
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