 [ Symptoms ] i have large brown patches on my forehead and cheeks like liver spots it is not skin cancer what do you recommend [ Disease ] you may be suffering from melasma a skin condition characterized by hyperpigmentation of the cheeks and forehead some melasma sufferers will exhibit refractory hyperpigmentation after topical regimens you may want to consider further evaluation with a physician who is experienced in laser treatments for refractory melasma specifically for your skin type go go a dermatologist and have the areas frozen  it will remove them completely