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Hi i have vitiligo i used benoquin (monobenzone) to union the color of my body. i still got small spots on the face around the eyes? where to get real benoquin (monobenzone)?

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Dr. William Goldstein answered

Protect your eyes: Keep this stuff out of your eyes! and if you get some in, rinse immediately and consider seeing a doctor.

Answered 3/2/2013

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A member asked:

Hi i have vitiligo i used benoquin (monobenzone) to union the color of my body. i still got small spots on the face around the eyes? where to get real benoquin (monobenzone)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Goldstein answered

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