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How can I reversing hydroquinone effects on my nose?

kdd213Feb 24, 2019
So about 3 years ago I was prescribed retin a + hydroquinone mix to lighten a scar but it ended up ruining my skin the area i used it was the nose... Now my nose is a little pale compared to the rest of the skin.. How can I fix this if possible?

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