Scar4Life, I truly believe that the problem here is hydroquinone. This is known to make sensitive skin red and irritated. Find a skin lightener that doesn't contain this incredient. There is a lightener by Mela-D that I'm using, and its great because I have really sensitive skin prone to broken capillaries. I wouldn't use anything harsh which may cause damage.
I think the best thing for you to do is to discontinue using these products and let your skin recover. Make sure you wear sunscreen everyday and research products before using them. Sometimes you really need to look at your skin type and tailor a system that suits you. Get a new dermatologist to advise you if he/she is unhelpful.
I have heard that Hydriquonine, a skin lightening ingredient, is not good for sensitive skin. An alternative skin lighterner would be one that contains kojic acid which is better for skin prone to redness. Perhaps the Hydriquonine has aggravated the skin around your nose which is naturally thinner and more prone to broken capillaries than other areas of the face.
The retinol you are using seems to have a low percentage of retinol. This would not be enough to irritate most skin types including sensitive skin. You said you are not peeling either, so I think you could probably say that the Hydriquonine is causing your problems.
Why don't you try anti-inflammatory cleansers and creams containing ingredients such as camomile, green tea, fever few, and salicylic acid, which are all known to calm sensitive skin.
Also, read "Skin Type Solution" which is a book that helps you identify what skin type you are and recommends products suited to your type. This has helped me tremendously with my sensitive pigmented skin.
But, if you are still concerned, the best thing is to see a dermatologist and get professional advice.
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I think the best thing for you to do is to discontinue using these products and let your skin recover. Make sure you wear sunscreen everyday and research products before using them. Sometimes you really need to look at your skin type and tailor a system that suits you. Get a new dermatologist to advise you if he/she is unhelpful.
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