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Is Hydroquinone 4% cream safe to lighten vaginal area and labia?

UnicornSAFeb 23, 2018
My genital areas are really dark almost black, whereas I am of fair complexion. I had used Eldoquin Forte 4% cream a few years ago on my face for acne scars and it worked. Can i use this for lightening my vaginal area?

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Dr. Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended
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Answered on Aug 9, 2020
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