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How Long/how Many Times Ok to Use Hydroquinone 8%?

A214Jul 22, 2013
Hydroquinone 8% worked well to lighten up hyperpigmentation on my cheeks caused my laser hair removal and the settings being too hot. I want to go for a second round since I saw results but have heard of the negative effects if overused. I've had a month break, would it be ok to try another couple months application?

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There could be numerous reasons why the skin is pink, Providing a photo and mentioning what area was treated would be helpful. Pink skin is normal after laser hair removal, theres a good chance this isn't pigmentation. If the area treated was on the face it may be  a combination of broken...

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