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Hyperpigmentation still a leading skin concern among black women - but it can be treated

Afika Jadezweni

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An illustration.Photo by Getty Images

An illustration.Photo by Getty Images

Studies show that 80% of women experience discolouration, so pardon the jargon while we find the best solution for you.

I think perhaps many of us have a skin concern that makes us self-conscious, especially when it flares up during certain seasons or hormonal changes.

And many of us haven't found the perfect solution for it yet.

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