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Waxed upper lip horrible reaction doc prescribed elocom. eldoquin mixture do i leave it overnight or wash it off how long pigment last?

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Ok to leave on: Usually medications are absorbed within 30 minutes to an hour after application. A thin layer is all that is needed - you should not be able to see that a medication has been applied. You may wash your face as normal in the am.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Michael Turner answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Many Variables : Elocom is a medium potency steroid while eldoquin is hydroquinone, commonly used to lighten dark skin patches. Generally steroid creams, lotions, ointments are used twice daily without removal. If you are referring to a hyperpigmentation of the skin due to an inflammatory response. How long the pigment lasts depends on many factors: skin color, reaction type and appropriateness of medication.

Answered 1/12/2015

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