Question 1

is it okay to use lemons for skin lightening purposes or would it harm the skin?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: Lemons are citrus fruits and contain vitamin c, which is also called ascorbic acid.  Probably the worst thing you would notice is a stinging sensation if you had a cut in the skin, or dry skin.  A better way to lighten skin is to use sunscreen and avoid prolonged sun exposure.

Question 2

is lemon/yoghurt/honey/coconut oil safe for vagina lightening? if not, what can i use?

Accepted Answer

No: The genitalia are normally darker than the skin on the rest of the body, unless one has a dark tan on other parts of the body. It would look unnatural and strange if one's genitalia were the exact same color as, or lighter than, the rest of the body. Again, it would look unnatural and strange if one's genitalia were the exact same color as, or lighter than, the rest of the body.

Question 3

how long does it take lemon juice toreduce or lighten skin?

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Skin lightners: It will take forever for lemon juice to lighten your skin. See a board certified physician for better options.

Question 4

i heard that lemon juice helps to lighten skin and also your lips and hair. how long will it take to see results?

Accepted Answer

No results: Lemon juice topically applied will not provide expected results. Try taking lemon juice internally for better nutritional benefits

Question 5

what skin lightening creams are recommended?

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Hydroquinone: Products containing hydroquinone (prescription strength) will bleach hyperpigmentation.

Question 6

risk of mercury in skin lightening creams?

Accepted Answer

Foreign-made only.: Mercury is tightly controlled and virtually absent from cosmetics made in the U.S., but some lightening creams made in other countries do have it. It's illegal to sell mercury-containing products in the states, but people buy them online from foreign retailers, or bring them into the country in their luggage. Never use creams of any kind containing mercury; it's very dangerous.

Question 7

is proactive skin lightening lotion effective?

Accepted Answer

NOT REALLY: Has some effect but minimal.

Question 8

is there a very powerful skin lightening cream ?

Accepted Answer

Hydroxyurea: There are numerous creams used for malasma (dark spots) that incorporate hydroxyurea.  Also tretinoin, kojic and Azelaic Acid in various mixtures good for skin bleeching.  Also  chemical peel may be used in the treatment.  If you are talking about the entire body, you will need to see a dermatologist to discuss the therapy.

Question 9

is skin lightening cream recommened for darker skin?

Accepted Answer

Medical question?: I suspect that this is more a social-political question given that you are from India rather than a medical question. Any medication used for that purpose can have its adverse consequences.

Question 10

how does skin lightening cream work?  is it beneficial?

Accepted Answer

Fade Creams: Otc and rx skin lightening creams or fade creams may include hydroquinone, kojic acid, arbutin, licorice extract, and glycolic acid. Which work by interfering with melanin (pigment) production, speeding skin cell turnover, or interfering with melanin transfer. They are most beneficial in conjunction with office-based txs.

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