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Hyperpigmentation: Over-the-Counter Product Effectiveness

July 18, 2020

Hyperpigmentation These creams (Ambi, Skin Success, Nadinola) contain less than 4% hydroquinone and according to scientific research, OTC hydroquinone 2% preparations are typically less effective than the prescription 4% preparations. Your spots may stand a chance if you add penetration enhancers such as glycolic acid and tretinoin as a supplement to the pigment lightening agent (the aforementioned creams). That said, and speaking from experience, using these creams (alone) have not been effective in treating the dark spots on my body.…

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Should I use Hydroquinone all Over or Only on Affected Areas?

July 4, 2020

Question: “Do any dark-skinned people use Hydroquinone on their whole face? I have multiple skin tones due to hyperpigmentation, wondering if I’d have to avoid my non-pigmented skin.” I remember asking my dermatologist this same question-although about my legs (had dark spots all over)-and he being conflicted about it. It also seemed like he didn’t want to give a definitive answer. Well here’s one… Answer: “I’m currently using it on my whole face because I have spots in multiple places.…

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