hyperpigmentation over face in a neonate is rare and the differentials for the same are also rare. congenital chickengunya, fungal and viral infections, drug rash are few differentials. chikungunya virus (chikv) infection manifesting in neonates is very rare. the prevalence of the entity was described only recently. we describe a neonate with hyperpigmentation on day 3 of life with stormy cours...

Hyperpigmentation over face in a neonate is rare and the differentials for the same are also rare. Congenital chickengunya, fungal and viral infections, drug rash are few differentials. Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) infection manifesting in neonates is very rare. The prevalence of the entity was described only recently. We describe a neonate with hyperpigmentation on day 3 of life with stormy cours...

Melanin is a pigment that contributes to our skin color. Hyperpigmentation where melanin is produced in excess quantity can cause significant esthetic problem. Facial aesthetics is affected by smile line. Gingiva is an integral component of facial esthetics. Hyperpigmentation in gingiva affects facial esthetics. Various surgical modalities have been employed to correct hyperpigmentation. But, r...

BACKGROUND Photoaged skin results from various environmental factors, most importantly chronic sun exposure. Dyschromia and fine lines/wrinkles are common clinical manifestations of photodamaged skin. PURPOSE This single-center clinical trial was conducted to assess the efficacy and tolerability of a new multifunctional facial primer (camouflage, broad-spectrum SPF 50, and a treatment for hyp...

BACKGROUND Several chemical agents are currently used to perform superficial peels of the face to reduce facial hyperpigmentation and fine lines/wrinkles. Some of the most commonly used agents are alpha hydroxyl acids, such as glycolic acid (GA), or beta hydroxy acid, such as salicylic acid. AIM This study aims to compare the efficacy of GA to that of a novel derivative of salicylic acid, cap...