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Is it safe to use hydroquinone 4% as lotion on face for 2 months or not , in case to enlighten the face color??

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Dr. Monica Michel answered

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Needs monitoring : Although this is safe, caution must be taken and I recommend you are followed by a dermatologist or you regular family physician.

Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

Is it safe to use hydroquinone 4% as lotion on face for 2 months or not , in case to enlighten the face color??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Monica Michel answered

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