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Question #19736
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sunscreen for pigmentation skin - #19736

Arjun

I am struggling with pigmentation issues on my skin, and I’m wondering about the best sunscreen for pigmentation skin. Going to the beach last summer was a disaster; I didn’t realize how much the sun could affect my already uneven skin tone. I thought a regular sunscreen would be enough, but I ended up with even darker patches on my cheeks and nose. Ugh, it was such a let down! I’ve tried a couple of different ones since then, but I’m not sure if they’re really designed to help with pigmentation. They just don’t seem to do anything. I read somewhere that using the right sunscreen for pigmentation skin is super important, like it could even help prevent further damage. My dermatologist mentioned looking for ones with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide, but does that really matter? Do you guys have any recommendations that have worked well for you? I’m looking for something that won’t make my skin feel greasy or cause breakouts, you know? Like, is there a specific brand or ingredients I should be looking for when searching for sunscreen for pigmentation skin? I just feel so lost on this and any advice would really help!

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