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You are suffering from a condition called as exogenous ochronosis. It resluts due to prolonged use of hydroquinone. Hydroquinone should never be used for such prolonged periods. Treatment isa bit difficult. Tretinoin/ adapalene gel, CO2 lasers might help. Treatment will take time, probably a couple of months.
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It could be due to melasma
1.Choose a sun screen with a SPF of greater than 30 when going out door
2.Avoid exposure to bright sun light
3.Drink plenty of water
4.Use sun screen lotion
5.Take plenty of fruits and vegetables
6. Take Vit B12 supplement
7. Avoid stress
8. Apply topical de pigmentation agent like 25 hydroquinone/Tretinoin ointment after consulting skin specialist. If no relief, then micro dermabrasions
Natural method of Treatment
1.Mix equal pa...more
1.Choose a sun screen with a SPF of greater than 30 when going out door
2.Avoid exposure to bright sun light
3.Drink plenty of water
4.Use sun screen lotion
5.Take plenty of fruits and vegetables
6. Take Vit B12 supplement
7. Avoid stress
8. Apply topical de pigmentation agent like 25 hydroquinone/Tretinoin ointment after consulting skin specialist. If no relief, then micro dermabrasions
Natural method of Treatment
1.Mix equal pa...more
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Skin lite cream contains 2% Hydroquinone, 0.025% Tretinoin, 0.1% Mometasone Furoate as the main ingredients. Hydroquinone is a skin-bleaching agent, it works by inhibiting an enzyme reaction. It is widely used in skin whitening products to reduce the color of skin. Tretinoin belongs to a class of drugs called retinoic acid and it is a form of Vitamin A that helps skin renew itself, it is commonly used topically to treat acne vulgaris. Mometasone furoate is a glucocorticosteroid used topically to...more
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Just use a moisturizer or petroleum jelly like vaseline for 1-2 weeks.
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see a dermatologist who will assess the problem and then prescribe. Its in your interest not to go for an online prescribed medication. Its difficult ,rather impossible to give a prescription online without seeing a patient
For best advise
see a dermatologist who will assess the problem and then prescribe. Its in your interest not to go for an online prescribed medication. Its difficult ,rather impossible to give a prescription online without seeing a patient
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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
It may cause a temporary uptick in redness or dryness at first, especially if you have sensitive skin. These effects should fade as your skin becomes used to the product. In rare cases, hydroquinone has caused a condition called ochronosis.
But you should not use any cream without doctor's advise as it may be harmful.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable trea...more
It may cause a temporary uptick in redness or dryness at first, especially if you have sensitive skin. These effects should fade as your skin becomes used to the product. In rare cases, hydroquinone has caused a condition called ochronosis.
But you should not use any cream without doctor's advise as it may be harmful.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable trea...more
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