For Melasma, why does hydroquinone such as obagi or tri-luma work for some women and not others?

September 8, 2016
Asked By:mandybains in London, GB

I have tried pigmanorm and a strong HQ cream( 10%) with no success. whereas, I read reviews of women who completely got rid of their melasma with some HQ product. why is it that HQ works for some people and not others?

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