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Opzelura for Hypopigmentation? (Photo)

KateMaOct 9, 2023
I know opzelura cream is FDA Approved for Vitiligo but I'm wondering - since it darkens or evens pigmentation - could I use it with good results for my hypopigmentation developed after a procedure? (See photo) Thanks.

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