Question 1

may i know about lustra (hydroquinone) ?

Accepted Answer

Lustra (hydroquinone): Lustra contains 4% hydroquinone, glycolic acid and an antioxidant complex. Used to treat hyperpigmentation of the skin.

Question 2

what do i need to know about starting lustra (hydroquinone)?

Accepted Answer

Hydroquinone: Lustra is a type of topical skin bleaching agent that contains hydroquinone.  Hydroquinone has been used for years to bleach out  darks spots on the skin (usually the face).  Some people are voicing concern that hydroquinone may have long-term safety issues.  Therefore, the use of hydroquinone for skin bleaching has been used less and less over the past couple years.

Question 3

is hydroquinone really dangerous so it was banned ?

Accepted Answer

Only OTC: Only over-the-counter preparations of hydroquinone were banned. This was due to concerns about it being a potential carcinogen. As far as i'm aware it is still available by prescription in the us.

Question 4

with hydroquinone, do you put it on the entire face or do you just dot it on each dark mark?

Accepted Answer

Be selective: Hydroquinone stops melanin production when used on skin.  If your dark spots are recent from sun exposure you should only use the cream on the spots.  If used on the entire skin, your skin tone will lighten and could make spots appear more.  First you need a diagnosis to determine what your spots are from. HQ is usually a prescription product so consult with your doctor.

Question 5

i used expigment with %4 hydroquinone on my frekless and i feel my skin is getting dry and falling so should i continue useing it or stop for while??

Accepted Answer

Stop...: You are likely getting more irritation from the cream then you are actually getting benefit - hydroquinone cream rarely makes a big difference on freckles.  My suggestion - stop using the cream to allow your skin to heal, wear sunscreen regularly, AND embrace your freckles as part of who you are and beautiful.

Question 6

can i use hydroquinone 6% on my nipple to lighten them?

Accepted Answer

Let them be: Nipples come in many shades of color. If they are just a darker color than desired, but the shape and texture are normal, then there should be no problem. Dark nipples are just as normal as light nipples. It's not a good idea to put medication on normal, dark nipples. If unsure, one's primary care doctor or a dermatologist can examine the nipples.

Question 7

what is hydroquinone used for?

Accepted Answer

Bleaching cream: Hydroquinone is a bleaching agent. It's used for getting rid of hyperpigmentation, such as melasma, sun-damage spots, etc.

Question 8

what will happen if you stop using hydroquinone?

Accepted Answer

Breaks are recommend: HQ works to prevent production of melanin in a specific area. It is not a good idea to use it constantly I limit my patients to 12 weeks on and 12 weeks off. When removed in a short time you will be able to produce melanin again

Question 9

is hydroquinone safe? could it be used most oftthe time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is safe if you know you aren't allergic to it. Before using it on a larger area of skin, test it on a small inconspicuous patch of skin first to make sure you don't turn bright red, or painful, or itchy, or blistering.Be careful not to get it in your eyes, or on the inside of your nose or mouth and be careful in the sun or when using tanning beds as it makes your skin more sensitive to the sun

Question 10

does hydroquinone reduce darkness due to jockitch? how much time does it take?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps, takes month: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation, or darkness after inflammation such as from jock itch (tinea infection) can take months to disappear. Hydroquinone might shorten that time, but can also cause irritation so isn't recommended.

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Is hydroquinone really dangerous so it was banned ?

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With hydroquinone, do you put it on the entire face or do you just dot it on each dark mark?

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I used expigment with %4 hydroquinone on my frekless and i feel my skin is getting dry and falling so should i continue useing it or stop for while??

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Can i use hydroquinone 6% on my nipple to lighten them?

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What is hydroquinone used for?

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