Darkening of Upper Lip Skin

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great recommendations but if you are still nursing nothing with hydroquinone, not good for baby. try the slower results like stuff with kojic acid and bearberry. go to an esthetician they can set you up. Also when you are done nursing you can start a series of lactic acid peels that will reverse signs of aging and sun spots. do you wax your upper lip? if you do always use a tyronase(sp) inhibitor after!

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Dear M.,
I had melasma too. On my forehead. I hated it. Nothing covered it up and it looked like I had a big dirt smudge on my face.
ALWAYS wear sunscreen of at least SPF30 and avoid the sun as it makes it worse. You can see a dermatologist or go to a store like Longs or Walgreens and get cream that contains hydroquinone. It will help lighten it. Hormonal changes can cause it, but the sun makes it worse.
You could also try putting lemon on it, but I worry that the acid in the juice mights be too drying and rough on your upper lip.
It will go away.
Congratulations on your baby!

Hi, M.. I too, developed small black moles on both my lips. A doctor I consulted, called them kissing lesions because of their identical location on both upper and lower lips. I underwent a biopsy to eliminate the possibility of cancer. But they continued to grow. I went again for medical consultation and was referred to a wonderful dermatologist who is experienced with laser techniques. He zapped me w/a laser on each of the moles. Where the moles had been, I developed grape size blood blisters which I wasn't allowed to pop. They healed naturally over a week's time. After that I had my natural colored lips again. His advice to me was to wear sunscreen under my lipstick and to wear a hat when going outdoors.
Good luck!

I have the same problem but under my eyes - looks like I haven't slept in weeks when it's bad. Started using Olay Definity cleanser, moisturiser about 2 months ago and it's definately not so pronounced. Oh, and try to keep out of the sun too, I found a great brimmed hat that I actually like wearing :)
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Try www.dermablend.com
It is coverage cosmetics. My aunt has very dark liver spots and uses Dermablend to cover before her foundation and it works very well.

My MIL has this problem too. If you are African American it is pretty common. She said that unfortunately the only way she was able to correct it was to see her dermatologist so they could bleach it out. And, of course, use sunscreen each day even under make up.

Hi M. D
I have been with NuSkin for over 8 years and they and a skin care system call TriPhasic White. It's a total skincare system that is used to help with skin discoloration. It's very popular in Japan because they pride themselves on pure skin. I have seen it help women with sun damage and dark spots that you often see on older ladies who have been in the sun to much. As you may know Nuskin only used ingredients that are not harmful. 'All the Good and None of the Bad'
They also work with Standford University and have a large center there for research and development of the latest in skincare treatments. The Galvanic Spa has been the latest development and a new product called Agelock. as well as the Ethocyn TrueFace Ultra. These products all stop aging of the skin.
I have a website www pams.agelessway com if you want to learn more. I know this will answer your needs however it's up to you to follow the lead.
Best of luck.
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I'm thinking hydrogen peroxide. Do a google search on it and see.

I have had hyperpigmentation on my upper lip and know how it feels to look in the mirror and see a mustache! Very frustrating!! While nursing, there was nothing that got rid of it, but I exfoliated, used sunscreen, wore hats, and covered it up with makeup. I also use a great tinted sunscreen that really hides the pigmentation, while protecting my skin. It is called Solor Protection Formula and it is a mineral block for the face. The color blends in very well. I also use mineral based makeup by Jane Iredale. Her pressed powder is very consealing and makes a huge difference. It also has an spf 15. Finally, just keep exfoliating. When you are done nursing, if it is still bothering you, the bleaching cream from a dermatologist will greatly reduce it. Good luck...