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What to do if i don't want lemon juice to lighten my skin?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Please don't put: lemons on your skin, you can actually get a rash called phytophotodermatitis from it. Lemons lighten hair not skin. see dermatologist for topicals or try OTC lighteners with hydroquinone or licorice

Answered 1/5/2019

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