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Physician-led notes on skin, treatments, and weight care, for every skin tone.

We specialize in melanin-rich skin, Fitzpatrick IV to VI, and welcome I through VI. Plain explanations of what works, what to expect, and when to call us.

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Featured · Skin of Color

Melasma vs Hyperpigmentation vs PIH

Melasma, general hyperpigmentation, and PIH look similar but come from different causes. Here is how a physician tells them apart and why it changes treatment.

Auri · July 3, 2026 · 8 min read

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Last updated: September 29, 2026