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Hydroquinone During Laser Hair Removal?

asked 5 months ago by Marrium
Latest answer by Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
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Is it ok to use hydroquinone 4% in between appointments of laser hair removal? Is this drug safe to lighten the pubic area? If not what other topical treatments can be done for lightening the pubic area? What's the best product from reducing hyperpigmentation from acne scars or those left by pseudofolliculitis?

3 answers to Hydroquinone During Laser Hair Removal?

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4% hydroquinone after laser hair removal is safe.

Hydroquinones work by blocking one of the steps in the metabolic pathway of melanocyte activity. These prescription medications are often called skin "bleaching" agents, but they DON'T work like Chloroxing dirty socks! They simply "slow down" the metabolism of the pigment cells in the skin. Avoiding any kind of ultraviolet exposure (sun or tanning bed) is critical as well. Since post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a normal response to ANY kind of... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Use of Hydroquinone between Laser Hair Removal sessions

The Use of Hydroquinone creams between Laser Hair Removal sessions is adequate. This is particularly helpful if treating cases of 'ingrown hairs' or folliculitis, where a darker color has developed in the areas of inflammation. Make sure there is no irritation in your skin from the laser hair removal (depending on the type of laser and intensity of treatment utilized), prior to starting the bleaching creams.
Leyda Elizabeth Bowes, MD

Miami Dermatologic Surgeon

www.bowesdermatology.com

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Using skin lighteners as part of Laser Hair removal

This is entirely appropriate to do. By all means, get the best hydroquinoine that your physician recommends. Dont forget to apply the sunscreen to the entire area each and every day. Good luck with your treatments!
Beverly Johnson, MD

Washington Dermatologic Surgeon

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