Question 1

melalite forte cream use for what?

Accepted Answer

Bleaching: Hydroquinone used to reduce dark areas on skin, especially melasma after pregnancy.

Question 2

what hydroquinone cream % should i use on my dark armpits caused from shaving etc?

Accepted Answer

Use: May lead to skin irritation and possible infection especially when armpit is frequently shaved.

Question 3

can you use hydroquinone cream while on accutane?

Accepted Answer

Would not: Since Accutane dries out your skin and one of the side effects of a hydroquinone is irritation i would not use both of the medications at the same time. After you have stopped the Accutane and your skin is no longer dry you can consider using the hydroquinone.

Question 4

which bleaching cream contains the most hydroquinone?

Accepted Answer

See derm: See your dermatologist for treatment and evaluation. This way you can get the percentage you want or need.

Question 5

can hydroquinone cream help to lighten a scar due to stitches?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If it works the result will be modest. Don't use it too early either. Wait until the scar has healed completely.

Question 6

what are the benefits of hydroquinone, mometasone and tretinoin cream for face?

Accepted Answer

Old remedy: The formulation you described is an old formulation by Dr Kligman a dermatologist who was treating acne and pigment issues. This formulation will decrease melanin production that causes pigments to be produced the hydroquinone and to a lesser extent the steroid do this. The tretinoin is Retin-A and that will help regulate exfoliation/

Question 7

what % of hydroquinone cream is safe enough to use on my dark armpits caused from shaving ?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Given that the skin of the armpits is so sensitive any hydroquinone make your take them. There are other creams that can be used to lighten the skin so i would see your dermatologist and try one of them.

Question 8

can you use hydroquinone cream on pubic area for hypopigmentation?

Accepted Answer

Careful: Hydroquinone has been used for skin bleaching/lightening of the skin so it is expected to work for hyper-pigmentation and not hypopigmentation ( might make it worse). It has also been banned in different countries and that's why best would be to get your doc weigh in your options for your skin condition before attempting to self treat.

Question 9

could a facial hair bleaching cream (jolen) be used while using hydroquinone on your skin ?

Accepted Answer

Combination: of bleaching cream may lead to skin irritation, peeling and wrinkling

Question 10

would you recommend used of hydroquinone cream on a newly healed scar to prevent hyperpigmentation?

Accepted Answer

No: Mess with that stuff and you risk disfiguring yourself. See what happens, and only try a skin bleach if you really need it. Scars are signs of having lived, and for most people who know you, they increase your appeal. When it comes to healing, natural is likely best.

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