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Can skin lightening creams lighten the skin too much?
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Ask Michael Jackson: Yes, they can. We use a 4% hydroquinone at my practice, but a 20% like benoquin (monobenzone) can bleach you forever. Over the counter products are typically ok.
Answered 11/24/2016
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