dark area of skin

I have dark areas on feet, elbows, and knees i had this problem since i was a young child, is there any products you know that would help. How do the famous staRS LIGHTEN THEIR SKIN. What about laser therapy ??? or perhaps peeling gels !!

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

You might want to try skin creams containing either or both of the following ingredients: 2% hydroquinone and 20% urea.  These need no prescription--your doctor can recommend stronger ones.  To be honest, elbows and knees respond slowly, if at all.  Stars use makeup and retouched photos.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff