Hi Doctor I got a well-toned physique and there by my ABS are in good shape. But what bothers me is the dark ring on my waist line. Hence I think twice while wearing my swimming trunk. Request your advice in getting rid of this in a natural way, no matter if it takes time. Thanks & Regards
**1. dark skin/ring around the waist line can be due to tight clothing around the waist, [the skin in that area becomes dark due to the friction], thus one has to determine what might be causing this skin discoloration.2. get yourself examined with relevant investigation, because appropriate treatment demands accurate diagnosis and diagnosis needs physician consultation. [In best Interest it will be wise to see a Dermatologist for proper evaluation and management]3. depigmenting creams containing hydroquinone 4%, tretinoin, momatosone twice a day, may offer help likewise TCA [glycolic peels], micro dermabration, laser therapy helps to give smooth and even skin.4. Potato acts as a very good bleaching agent, this would lighten the marks.5. Take two spoonful of gram flour, add a pinch of turmeric, few drops of lemon juice and make a paste with a spoonful of curd. Apply this pack regularly and you will notice drastic changes.6. Make a mixture of tomato juice and lemon juice, apply this mixture daily with a cotton ball. It lightens the skin tone and marks.PS. . take a proper guidance and follow up with a good dermatologist, get your vitamin B12 level checked, as its deficiency can cause darkening of skin. . To get proper result, you are suggested to use any cream for 3 to 4 months. You may ask for Prescription Drugs, maily: aloe vera cream, kumkumadi oil, khadira arishta,saariva assav.