For how long should we be avoiding sun, after using a brief treatement of Hydroquinone 4%?

March 26, 2017
Asked By:Lola192 in City Of Industry, CA

I've been on Hydroquinone 4% for 4 weeks after having PIH from a laser fraxel treatment. I have olive skin and i've never been sensitive to sun exposure. I was wondering if i'd have to wear sunscreen for the rest of my life and avoid sun exposure or is it mainly suggested during the treatment? And will the results last forever or would i need to use Hydroquinone again? Thanks,

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April 6, 2017

Answer: You should be wearing sunscreen for the rest of your life and not just because of PIH

April 6, 2017

Answer: You should be wearing sunscreen for the rest of your life and not just because of PIH

March 30, 2017

Answer: HQ 4% after fraxel

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