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Procedures for Dark Elbows and Knees?

For years I've had to embarassingly deal with dark elbows and knees. I've scrubbed for a while and used lightening skin cream, and they've worked to a...

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Elure Skin Lightening Cream Work?

My doctor said I should use Elure to lighten some dark skin spots. Are you familiar with this product? Does it work for all skin types? Do you...

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Where Can I Buy Hydroquinone Creams?

Im from the Philippines and I want to know where can I buy that cream. I read it from the other reviews that this can lighten scars like mine having...

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How Can I Lighten Dark Skin on my Butt?

The skin on my buttocks is too dark! I'm Nigerian (female) but I noticed that my buttocks are much darker than my general skin tone. What treatments...

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Is Topical Hydroquinone Safe for Skin Lightening?

I've heard that hydroquinone may cause cancer so I am obviously worried about using it for lightening up my skin tone.  Are there alternatives?

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Is Skin Lightening Without Bleaching Cream Possible?

I'm black and i have a chocolate complexion. Currently areas of my skin have been discoloured due to exposure to the sun. People have advised me to...

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How to Get Rid of Black Dots on Dark Skin?

I am black and have black dots all over my body. They’re not caused by shaving/waxing/ingrown-hairs.They’re flat and the hairs on my body...

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Is Yag Laser Effective for Correcting Dark Lips?

I'm Asian with very dark lips. I was thinking of doing Yag laser to correct this. Is it effective? How much would it cost?

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How to Lighten Skin on Bikini and Groin Area?

I'm a 23-year-old Latina woman of light complexion. Is there a reason and a solution for having a darker skin tone in my bikini and groin area? I...

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Best Way to Lighten Dark Lips

I am a 23 years old Asian with naturally hyperpigmented full lips(dark brown to be more precise). I have no history of skin diseases and would like...

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