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Treatments›Skin lightening

Skin lightening

This term is often used to reduce hyperpigmentation or darkening of the skin. Topical creams can be used such as prescription strength hydroquinone and tretinoin. See your dermatologist for further details.

Dr. Shawn Allenreviewed this

Dermatology 22 years experience

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