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2020-05-12 08:30:29
Is hydroquinone 2% is safe to use to in 2 month on off cycle? And kojic acid 2% with arbutin can give same level of whitening as hydroquinone 2%?
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No... treatment depends on the grade of pigment skin.....Do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2020-05-12 13:53:11

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Hydroquinone 2% is safe but debatable so better to take help of an expert who knows how to use hydroquinone without unnecessary side effects Combination of kojic and arbutin is also good but not as effective as hydroquinone
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Answered2020-05-12 10:55:58

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Kojic and HQ usually doesn’t give the same benefit
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For further treatment kindly consult online

Answered2020-05-12 08:49:16

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Kojic acid is safe

Answered2020-05-12 08:46:43

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