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Hexylresorcinol is a chemical compound with anaesthetic, antiseptic, and antihelmintic properties; it is used more as a soothing agent. It is not a chemical lightening agent like hydroquinone is. The serum you are referring to is by Clarins and contains hexylresorcinol, "a lightening active said to be four-times more effective than a 2% hydroquinone." However, the kicker here is that most products contain at least 4% hydroquinone (like Obagi products) and you can even get higher compounded hydroquinone topicals (like 8% or 12%) from a physician. So the two products aren't comparable, and hydroquinone is a much stronger, better skin lightener.
Hyperpigmentation and discoloration on the body can only be improved with a combination of topical creams followed by laser therapy. We recommend the Kareskin Body Brightening Kit: Melaclenz MelapadsLuminase and Exfolase creamsFollowed by fractional laser, Covalent peels, and Yag laser...
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Dark spot correction can be attained with use of the Melarase creams, Melapads, and once monthly Melapeels. The creams may work well for dark skin types, including Indian or Pakistani. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles
You could try hydroquinone or azelaic acid creams for post inflammatory pigmentation caused by mosquito bites.
The best thing to do is start and aggressive belaching regimen along with strict sun protection using physical block sunscreens. I like Obagi. You should check with your docor so he r she can determine whether you have postinflammatory hyperpigmentation or melasma. If it is melasma, then you...
Begin with Melapads and Melarase PM for light pigmentation. If the pigmentation is severe in the armpits, opt for the Body Brightening kit followed by Clear and Brilliant lasers. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles
