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I used a cream to lighten the dark spots on my face and accidentally fell asleep with it still on. how long might it take to heal?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Can't say: You didn't tell us what the cream was or what the untoward reaction was.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 11/1/2015

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A member asked:

I used a cream to lighten the dark spots on my face and accidentally fell asleep with it still on. how long might it take to heal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman agreed

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