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

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

14w6d pregnant. used lysol wipes while wearing gloves to clean out shower. probably spent 7 minutes total wiping. no skin contact. would take breaks to step out of shower for fresh air. slight smell (lemon scent).  is this harmful to baby?

Accepted Answer

Not really: You do want to be careful around chemicals and make sure that you're not using something obviously toxic, but a basic cleaner you get in the grocery store is unlikely to cause any significant harm to the baby. Now if it damages you in some way, that could harm the baby by extension, but if you're doing ok the baby probably is too.

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

is it good to take lemon juice for acne hyper-pigmentation on light brown skin?

Accepted Answer

Worthless: If you have hyperpigmented lesions, a hydroquinone skin bleach used sparingly may help. The key is to manage your acne, and this requires scientific rx. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, you'll need prescription rx from your physician.

Question 6

is it safe to take vit c capsules for lightening my skin ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, very safe: Yes, vitamin C is extremely safe and non-toxic. I do not know if there is any research that proves this but many people claim that Vitamin C has helped and there is reason to think it might work via raising glutathione levels. See http://www.whiterskin.info/how-taking-extra-vitamin-c-lightens-skin/
and http://tinyurl.com/pfqahyo
for details.

Question 7

takin vitamin c 500mg evryday for skin lightening.hw long should i take it fr results and if there's any side effects on takin everyday or longtime?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C &amp; skin: There is little evidence that Vitamin C lightens skin, but some exists.  I see that you mention "dry itchy skin" in your history.  Please avoid any skin product that contains alcohol because it is drying.  Vitamin C lasts only 12  hours in the body.  Take 2 times daily.  Most importantly, try to move beyond the irrational attitude that lighter skin is better than darker.  Peace and good health.

Question 8

can skin lightening laser treatment on vaginal area cause defects of fertility, birth, menstruation, libido etc? kindly guide me. i am gonna take the first session of treatment in few days but i am worried?

Accepted Answer

: Not to my knowledge but a thorough risk and benefit discussion with the practitioner is always recommended. Good luck!

Question 9

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 10

how to use lemon for my skin?

Accepted Answer

You actually: You apply lemon juice to skin like lotion. It has Alpha hydroxy acid which will give you a mild chemical peel.

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

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Can skin lightening laser treatment on vaginal area cause defects of fertility, birth, menstruation, libido etc? kindly guide me. i am gonna take the first session of treatment in few days but i am worried?

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