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Multiphoton microscopy helps understand and improve vitiligo treatments by visualizing skin cell changes.
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Retinoids or their analogs could treat skin pigmentation disorders like melasma and vitiligo.
Retinoids can help treat skin pigmentation disorders by affecting melanin production.