By MyMirror Editorial Team Reviewed by Dr. Lipy Mehta, Board-Certified Dermatologist 🇮🇳 Fitzpatrick Skin Types III–VI Pigmentation Protocols
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Pigmentation & Dark Spot Intelligence

Clinical protocols for fading stubborn Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH), Melasma, Sun Tan, and dark spots on Indian Fitzpatrick Skin Types III–VI.

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Topical Actives

Tyrosinase Inhibitors & Serums

Targeted enzymatic blockers that shut down melanin synthesis at the cellular source without cytotoxic bleaching.

Alpha Arbutin 2% vs. Kojic Acid 2% Clinical Matrix → Glycolic Acid 6% vs. 12% Cream (Dark Neck & Tan) Glyco-6 vs 12 → Azelaic Acid 10% vs. 20% for Marks Deep Guide → Niacinamide 10% vs. 5% Melanosome Block Purging Truth →
Oral & Micronutrients

Systemic Antioxidants & Minerals

Endocrine and intracellular pathways regulating melanogenesis, the pheomelanin shift, and post-inflammatory recovery.

Glutathione (Oral 500mg vs. IV Truth) Clinical Guide → Oral Zinc & Post-Inflammatory Healing Zero Nausea →
Clinical Protocols

Diagnostic Frameworks & Barrier Safety

Understanding the difference between red vascular marks, brown melanin deposits, and gentle turnover protocols.

Dark Circles: Vascular vs. Pigmentary vs. Hollows The Pinch Test → PIE (Red Marks) vs. PIH (Brown Spots) Diagnostic Matrix Derm Guide → Skin Cycling 4-Night Framework (Safe Cell Turnover) 4-Night Cycle →

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