Skin Lightening: Q&A

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I'm African-American and Want to Brighten Skin?

I want to even out my skin tonwe by brightening the parts that are dark. I am currently unemployed and want to do this in a way that i can afford. Any suggestions on affordable skin lighteners?

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Kiara in Rochester
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I'm African-American and Want to Brighten Skin?

Thank you for your question. There are affordable skin lighteners available over the counter that contain small amounts of hydroquinone which is an effective bleaching agent such as Ambi Skin Discoloration Fade Cream, Dermablend, and Olay Definity. They contain a small percentage of this bleaching agent hydroquinone that can help to lighten and brighten skin. Use the creams as directed and avoid sun exposure and make sure to wear an sunscreen with SPF 30 and zinc oxide to prevent further... more
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Skin lightening ?

Correctly done - your skin has to be examined first to decide what creams will help. Find out Doctors who do this in your area (Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons) Next - find out about free consultations. Go to more than one - and get the pricing of the creams and ask them for affordable creams.
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