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Can hydrogen peroxide lighten age spots?
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No: There are otc products that may help, but your doctor can probably recommend something better. Whatever you use, you must protect the area from the sun to avoid making the spots darker again.
Answered 7/13/2020
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No: See a dermatologist or your family doctor for a more effective treatment for age spots.
Answered 5/8/2019
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