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Around my mouth is black

Around my mouth is black

Around ma mouth is black no offence but it looks as if i look like a monkey the rest of my face is lighter eventhough i have spots which cover it up. What can i do to get rid of this darkness around my mouth?
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HI,
Perioral pigmentation could be  an allergic reaction due to hair removal creams, cosmetic creams (especially anti-wrinkle) or even fluorinated toothpaste.
It can even be caused by some cosmetic procedures like threading, waxing etc.
Why some people react and others don't is due to one's genetic predisposition.
You can apply Azelaic acid cream  or a combination of kojic acid/glycolic acid etc., which are skin lightening agents.
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