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Hllo doc i need 2 know if 2%hydroquinone or 4%is more effective on 40+dark skinned women who has reached menopause.i want it 4 my mom.she was fair b4.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

4%: Will work faster. Be sure to keep away from eyes. Avoid use of benzoyl peroxide. Every 4 months take a month off.

Answered 11/13/2016

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A member asked:

Hllo doc i need 2 know if 2%hydroquinone or 4%is more effective on 40+dark skinned women who has reached menopause.i want it 4 my mom.she was fair b4.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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