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I Have a Bleach Burn on my Face, How Do I Treat it?

Bushra1428Aug 17, 2012
I used a bleaching cream a few days ago and ended up with a severe chemical burn around my chin and lips , it looks horrible and I dont know what to do to make it feel better , I am really sad about it because its terrible , please help me I am in desperate need of help :(

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Sonia Badreshia-Bansal, MD

Thank you for your question. Bleaching agents are typically used for 3 months at a time and then a break is taken for another 3 months, sometimes longer under supervision of a physician. Typically once the cream is stopped the pigmentation returns to normal. It is advised to use a sunscreen with...

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Thank you for your question. Sun avoidance and use of sunscreen with SPF 30 (preferably with zinc oxide) is the best way to prevent further darkening of your complexion. There are topical creams that can help to lighten your skin however you should be seen by a board certified dermatologist to...

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Thank you for your question. You can use sunscreen with SPF 30 and zinc oxide  to prevent your lips from becoming darker. You should consult with a board certified dermatologist who may recommended bleaching creams that could help to lighten up the discoloration such as Hydroquinone. ...

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