dark upper lip mustache from smoking and getting false teeth

[dugansway]

I have a dark line across my upper lip from smoking and false teeth (its not hair).  I have vertical lines going across it too, it really looks stupid, my son asked me one day why does it look like I have a mustache, I've been very self conscience of it ever since. I'm afraid to try bleach because I don't know which one to use or if it would look more stupid than it already does.  Really can't afford a dermatologist but I guess if I want something done about it, I might have to just go to one, but hoping someone out there can help me with any products that might work.

 

[Dragonfly]

If the dark line is one the skin itself - make sure you apply adequate sunscreen everyday whether you go outside or not (the sun has a way of coming through living room windows).

Apply a concealer and set with a powder - both need to contain an spf.

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If the darkness is from hair getting darker, my advice is to shave it. It will not grow back darker or coarser (wives tales). Make sure you use a two blade razer and dry shave to get best accuracy (no shaving cream, soap or water).

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If smoking erally has something to do with this darkness, give it up. You will only be sabotaging any efforts as long as you continue to smoke.

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Retin A will most likely help - I'm not a Derm so its only my opinion. You can get a prescription from a family doctor. make sure you start at 1% (mildest) and work your way up to a stronger strength over time (I'm sure your physician will explain that to you).