Last year, I used hydroquinone on some burn marks on my arm as well as some spots on my face that were left from breaking out. I've noticed areas where the skin is lighter as a result. My concern is that it's been over a year and I used hydroquinone (ambi fade cream) anywhere from 4 to 6 months. Could sun exposure regenerate the melanocytes and if so, should I use sunscreen on the spots or would that lessen the effectiveness of said regeneration?
Hello, I have a question. Can glutathione and hydroquinone be used together, or do they have adverse effects against one another? If they do, then can I supplement glutathione after I am finished with hydroquinone to maintain results? I am looking for a doctor who knows about skin lightening in hope of working with them on my skin.
35 yr old, looking to get rid of age spots as well as use antioxidants to prevent aging and improving skin texture. No laser procedures done, occasional microneedling and at home RF device and topical AHA/BHA toner/serum.
Hi i am a 37 yr old female that just finished a 5 month course of accutane. Happy with the results but now dealing with alot of scars and facial hair. My dermatologist is recommending hydroquinone to lighten my scars and make it more even to my skin tone . But i was wondering does it also lighten facial hair too? The hair is thin and on my cheeks and chin area of where i broken out. If so how long does it take to lighten? And if not what can i use to lighten the hair?
Hi, I had laser hair removal on my Brazilian around 3 months ago. I've had this procedure for years and had never had any issues - however this time the technician asked if I could feel it and I said no - so she turned it up. After my whole outer labia was a dark brown (instead of the pale colour it used to be). My DR advised it was PIH and prescribed Hydroquinone 4%. How long will this take to work and will it resolve the issue permanently? Can I ever get this procedure again? Thank you!
Hi there. Ive been using hydroquinone on my dark spots for 2 days as prescribed by my dermatologist. However, I applied it over my entire face and it has now left dark patches on my skin. My face is also very red. I am an Indian with a medium skin tone. I am not sure if I should continue using it or not? And any advice on how I should treat the burns caused by the hydroquinone?
Hydroquinone decreases the amount of melanin in skin and creates photosensitivity. Thus if exposed to sunlight, it leads to inflammation and stimulates melanin production, which can make hyperpigmentation worse. However, I was suggested to use it as pre-treatment for Fraxel dual 1550. Doesn't laser have the same affect as sunlight? How come exposing to laser after hydroquinone will not cause inflammation, stimulate melanin production, make hyperpigmentation worse? What makes the difference?
I am using hydroquinone cream as doctor consulted but there is not a difference shown to me. And my lip become dry again and again and I apply Vaseline all time but darkness isn't gone.