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Can I Just Start with Cosmelan 2 at Home?
asked 1 year ago by moonunit in Mississippi
Latest answer by Rebecca Fitzgerald, MD
Question viewed 345 times
Tags: at-home, discoloration, online
I did Cosmelan about 5 years ago with great results. However, I moved to a new state and cannot find a doctor that carries it. Can I do Cosmelan 2 at home without the mask? I know it's available online to purchase. I'm so desperate. I need something to help me get rid of this horrible discoloration.
2 answers to Can I Just Start with Cosmelan 2 at Home?
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Necessary to use all steps
The short answer is "no". Even if you've already been treated previously, you won't get the same results by not being first treated with the Cosmelan Step 1 mask, then using the other products. While the Step 2 initiates the peeling portion, you won't have the necessary foundation for it to work properly. Some physicians may ship you the set to use yourself if you've been treated at their office before. Consider calling your prior physician to see if that's...
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Cosmelan 2 without the mask? - Just not going to get the needed power
You can use Cosmelan 2 without the mask, but that's like having chocolate milk without the chocolate - you'll be mssing the most important part of the recipe!
Cosmelan mask will contain various levels of hydroquinone plus some peeling agent. This is what preps your skin to
Jump start the process and give you some fast results
Prep your skin to make best use of the home products
There will be a doctor within your horizon who has Cosmelan. You can contact...
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