How soon can I start hydroquinone after an IPL treatment?

May 1, 2016
Asked By:Charlotte6937 in Charlotte, NC

I had an IPL treatment on my entire face in December 2015 and began using ZO Non-Hyrdoquinone Brightenex 3 weeks later. It is now May and Brightenex hasn't made any difference. I had an IPL spot treatment on April 25, 2016 and purchased Obagi Hyrdoquinone Clear and I would like to know when I can start using it?

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Answer: Hydroquinone and Skin Damage

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Answer: Hydroquinone and Skin Damage

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