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A member asked:
Shea butter for skin lightening, does this work?
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Shea butter: There is no evidence to suggest that it does. There are several topical creams that do have evidence, hydroquinone being the best. Kojic acid and licorice have also shown some evidence that they can produce lightening on the skin.
Answered 8/8/2015
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