Do you need to STOP HYDROQUINONE? 🤔 Dermatologist
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- Do you need to STOP HYDROQUINONE? 🤔 Dermatologist @DrDrayzday on hydroquinone cream side effects. In this video I discuss taking a break from hydroquinone and the hydroquinone side effect of exogenous ochronosis
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I’ve had great results from using Hydroquinone 4% for 90 days. Then I rotate with Cyspera daily for 16 weeks. Then back to Hydroquinone. I never use Hydroquinone during the summer months. I use La Roche Possay 70% Sunscreen daily, and NEVER go outside without a sun hat .
How do you use it without bleaching the skin around the spot? Since we can't put it all over 😢
mam i am using from ine weak i feel like it become darker not lighter is ot norml for ??
Thank you for sharing !
I love hydroquinone, but I did use it incorrectly for several years. I didn't pay attention to the directions, and I used them for more than three months at a time. I also used various skin lighteners in my teenage years. It wasn't until I came across your video a few years ago on the original differin dark spot corrector that i realized I needed to take a break from it. Now I make sure to do so. I consider myself lucky that I never experienced side effects because I definitely put myself at risk all those years. I do use Apostrophe to get prescription hydroquinone, and I've had fantastic results! I'm extremely pleased. I don't think they let you get another three month supply until after a three month break, so at least they have some safeguards, but I can see where we should be concerned.
Did your natural skin lighten from hydroquinone? Or just the hyperpigmentation?
@priyanshikaushal1054 mostly my hyperpigmentation, I have a light to medium skintone so maybe this might be different for a tan to dark skintone
@@priyanshikaushal1054 it only lightens skin cells that have been affected by sun discoloration.
Plz can you guide me properly that how to use it?and which when is best?
I'm suffering from hyperpigmentation and much frustrating
How do you use it without bleaching the skin around the spot? Since we can't put it all over 😢
My dermatologist prescribed me a customized lightening cream from Skin Medicinals and I was skeptical first but soon blown away by the amazing result. No side-effects. The cream is composed of:
Hydroquinone 8%
Tretinoin 0.025%
Kojic Acid 1%
Niacinamide 4%
Fluocinolone 0.025%
That fluocinolone will burn anything off the face. My dad's derm had him use it to burn off possible precancerous spots. My son's derm had him use it for warts - it took 3 days and it burned his flesh off. 😱
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@@convenienceandpracticality9032 😱 Sorry to hear that. That's terrifying. I had no side-effects and my skin is super sensitive. I suffer from hyperpigmentation. After about 4 days of using the lightening cream, it worked so well to fade my hyperpigmentation I could almost see through my skin surface. Right now I'm taking a break from it and using Tretinoin, Alpha Arbutin and Azelaic Acid to keep hyperpigmentation under control.
@@mikosato3838 That's awesome it worked for you so fast! I have melasma on my forehead and I have treated it with hydroquinone and tretinoin for many years. It's faded but still there. I've had to wean off hydroquinone and now I'm using tretinoin and azelaic acid. I have been planning on adding arbutin too. Always a constant battle.
@@convenienceandpracticality9032 could that remove old post inflammatory hyperpigmentation for good ?
I used hydroquinone several years ago, didn't really see much difference in the discoloration of my skin. After using for several months, I stopped. I've had better results from my otc retinol cream and sunscreen. 😊 Happy Tuesday!! 🌸
Sunscreen alone can really do a lot for hyperpigmentation
My derm said to only use for a month then give it a rest for a month because apparently it can cause the scar to turn purple.
Ahh that means your dark circles were caused by the thinning of the skin, retinol encourages blood circulation to the area and thickens the skin which helps to fades the appearance of the darkness under they eyes, where as the hydroquinone is for patients that have stronger pigmentation of the skin under the eyes I had a combination of both at different times and they were both worked wonderfully, now I just use sunscreen
Use niacinamide 15 parcent from revolution you will see different of course don't forget to haydrate after the serum
Better to just use sunscreen. I stop to used retinol cream and definitely not to hydroquinone
I've been on hydroquinone for melasma since 2017. I go for regular check ups with my dermatologist and I do 5 months on, 2 months off of hydroquinone. My weaning off process lasts 6 weeks, during which I reduce hydroquinone to 3 x weekly for 2 weeks, then, 2 x weekly for 2 weeks, then once a week for 2 weeks. So for the last 2 weeks of my 2 months "off" I am completely hydroquinone free. I am prescribed other skin brightening products during my 2 months off. Over time, my melasma almost never returns during my 2 months off, and by the time it's time for me to go back on HQ, only the smallest hint of pigmentation has started which is quickly remedied by my "on" phase!
How do you use it without bleaching the skin around the spot? Since we can't put it all over 😢
How can I message you? Because the way you broke this down was gold! I have questions because I was on a HQ prescription in the past and I’m currently back on it now with Musely. (Hasn’t came in yet)
@@Theeonlycortezhy can we talk about hQ
Hi! Do you use the hydroquinone all over your face? Thx!
Excuse me, did you use anything else with the hydroquinone? How much percentage did you use, and did you use it on the entire face?
I have purchased two brands of hydroquinone for PIH and too scared to start it due to potential side effects. And besides my PIH is slowly fading with 20% Azelaic Acid and strict sunscreen routine every two hours so Dr Dray is correct sunscreen plays a massive part 😊
What brand of azelaic acid are you using and how long after did you see results ? I have old PIH and using azelaic acid and sunscreen but after 8/9 months it’s still dark as ever , I am Indian with dark skin
@@dynamitedynamite2737 dermatica and biossance mineral sunscreen it takes months so be patient as remember to reapply sunscreen every two hours 😊
@@ang3956 is that Dermatica azelaic acid ?
Yes sunscreen (especially one with iron oxide) can massively help with hyperpigmentation 🙌
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You too!!
I have been using Hydroquinone for two years to clear up the hyperpigmentation following cystic acne. I do use for 3 months and then rotate off for 3 months as well as retinol and lactic acid and I have had great results. The cream is hydroquinone 12%, kojic acid 6%.
so basically you can continue using HQ as long as you take a break??
Where can you get the 12%
@@diamoniquemontague3918Musely! I am prescribed 12% HQ through Musely and they will cycle you on/off to make sure this doesn’t happen. There’s a nurse you can message too
How do you use it without bleaching the skin around the spot? Since we can't put it all over 😢
From where? Which lactic?
My dermatologist prescribed me hydroquinone but never told me it needed to be used only temporarily. I literally used it for FOUR YEARS straight🤦♀️. It wasn't until 1 month ago I googled melasma that I came across an article about using it for only a few months then tapering off. Needless to say I am no longer seeing that dermatologist anymore and am in the process of tapering off. So far no rebound hyperpigmentation, but I understand you're at risk for rebound side effects up to 10 yrs after stopping. I hope it doesn't happen. I'm so mad at my dermatologist.
you can use it as long as you need to, there is no need to take breaks. That is a myth. Also rebound pigmentation has never been reported in the literature.
Same dude , my derma prescribed me and i have used it for an year , i have stopped using it when I googled Abt it, so for i have not experienced rebound pigmentation, bt I'm very scared of it . I have stopped using it now . I hope i don't get rebound pigmentation.
The most irritating thing is it was my dermat mistake nt mine .
Btw just advice don't use citric acid or benzol peroxide that can cause discoloration
Perfect timing for me! Thank you for another wonderfully informative video, Dr Dray!
The only thing that worked for my melasma was total sun avoidance which took several years and life changes including using a UVA protective parasol when outside. If you see Gwen Stefani , Anne Hathaway or Famke Jannsen out in public they always use a parasol.
Me too. UV umbrella, UPF hat and wrap also. Totally nerdy looking, but I have a dark spot on my cheek, so I follow Dr Drays advice and put a round bandage over it.
@@rowan3946 parasols are great!
I want one! Any place to order one in the US?
lol I walk around with a uv umbrella ☂️ but people here look wired at me
Can you like it please?
Great video. I've been using Agency Dark Spot Formula with hydroquinone. That service alternates hydroquinone every two months to a non-hydroquinone formula. i.e., two months on, two months off. However, I used a formula from a popular skincare brand for several years and I did get negative outcomes that lead to my stopping that product (2%). These outcomes included pronounced skin lightening around the targeted dark spot. That did stop when I quite using the product.
I use hydroquinone 5 years with little break and my skin is glowing (I am a skin bleacher) I do always wear sunscreen and go out with uv umbrella. You need to know how to use it laddies
What strength do you use? Also what Fitzpatrick skin tone are you before you bleached your skin? Thanks
Do u use tretinoin along with it?
I love the idea of a UV umbrella. Cute!
Which one you were using??
4% ??
Kindly guide me I'm so stressed because of pigmentation
You're a skin bleacher?
Hydroquinone is a hard one for me. I saw a huge difference for months when I first started using it for Melasma and discoloration in general, but suddenly my pigment rebounded and was just as noticeable as before. So frustrating:(
Use it with tretinoin!
And sunscreen is key!
Make sure to use sunscreen with iron oxide and avoid any heat treatments (sauna, steaming etc). Hot temperature makes melasma much worse.
I have two stubborn large sunspots. Living in Arizona, I use 4% HQ for 12 weeks in the winter, then take a break for the summer using other pigment inhibitors during that time: FADED by Topical, Vit C, etc. Works for me, but I respect the stuff and use cautiously.❤
Do you put the HQ just on your spots or all over your face?
I just got faded but it says you can't use it with retinols. I don't want to stop my retinols. :/ Have you tried using them together?
@@convenienceandpracticality9032use on alternate nights
Hydroquinone got rid of really dark spots, but my freckles stayed in place, like whaat? I thought freckles would go away quickly than these dark spots. I don't understand.
Edit: Also I noticed that it won't fade a hyperpigmentation caused by acne(
She does have a video on how to fade freckles.
That cream has been around for over 100 years now it is suddenly bad to use. i think that we are being "hoodwinked" again as we were about eating eggs and butter. I have used it on my skin for many years and my skin was absolutely beautiful and blemish free.
Dr. Dray, could you make a video about wound healing, say after some trauma like surgery? Why is occlusion the best way for an incision or wound to heal? Would love to learn about skin care tips for wound healing! Also any insight you have for properly cleaning your skin when you can't get an incision wet (C-section, back surgery, etc)
I got prescription online for Hydroquinone 12%, niacinamide 2%, hydrocortisone 1% for 4 months then take a break for 2 months. My dermatologist explained the possible side effect of HQ for using it more than 4 months. I have dark spots on my face that I want to get rid off. I will use my prescription together with 0.025 % tretinoin. Thank you Dr. Dray! I just subscribed.
Sorry, did you benefit from the doctor’s prescription for hydroquinone 12%? What are the results so far?
@@GK-ys4ik Hi there! Yes, my dark spots still there but it's fading. I've been on it for 60 days. I purchased mine at musely with Doctor's prescription. The tretinoin I'm using is not from them. I combined it with the spot cream I got from musely. So far so good, my face is smoother and lighter.
@@marysalcedo4942how’s it going after 4 months? Are you seeing results? I have the same prescriptions, including non-Musely tret strength, and feel like I’m not seeing results.
@@marysalcedo4942during maintenance phase, ordinary alpha arbutine will be good??
Would you be willing to do a video explaining nanoparticle mineral sunscreens? I'd love to know more about it, if it's safe, what nanoparticle mineral sunscreens you would recommend, and why there are so many "non-nano" options on the market. I'm also seeing a lot of labels with "clear zinc", so would love to know what this is and if it is different than nanoparticle sunscreen. I prefer to use mineral sunscreens and am just trying to understand the difference between some of these terms and if it generally helps reduce white cast. Would love to learn more! :) I love your channel and content!
Timely as always. Thank you, Dr. Dray! ❤
Thank you you always bring wonderful things Dr Dray Hope you had a wonderful Easter
Thank you for this. Can you do a video discussing Eucerin's thiamidol ingredient, and also one about how to permanently get rid of the "root" of a melanocyte umbrella (sorry I don't know the proper terminology) that has already formed? I heard that lasers only slow down pigment production and the only way to get rid of a freckle for example is through deep chemical peels. Is this true?
Sorry, did you use thiamidol from Eucerin and how were the results for you?
Thanks dr dre...i just sat down with my fist ever application of hydroquinone...amd am now washing it off.....after half an hour. Iv decided that i can do woth out. Thanks u r a life saver
Thanks for this video! Can you tell us more about the tapering process?
Doctor Andrea thank you so much for educating us about hydroquinone its usage, well based and scientifically proved efficacy other various skin related cases 😊. But for me the most important part of the video is that Doctor Andrea doesn't create a fear mongering environment for the ingredient but she rings the bell pinpointing the dangers of misusing hydroquinone regardless if you have access or not to it and also it's a medical treatment that requires to follow the rules by heart and with extreme caution of side effects and also to be monitored by your Board certified Dermatologist 😊❤. Remember your doc is also your friend he/she wants you to be healthy so trust the Doctors there are truly marvelous beings ❤.
Interesting information on this ingredient. I tried the Ambi fade cream many years ago for hyper pigmintation but never saw a bit of difference so I stopped using it. Appreciate all of your hard work as always. Happy Tuesday, Dr Dray! Hope you have a blessed evening. 💞
Hi Dr. Dray. Do the studies show if exogenous ochronosis occurs overnight or does it develop gradually while on hydroquinone and is it visible by sight? I use an online dermatology service and I've been prescribed Hydroquinone for about 8 months now; although I have no signs of ochronosis I am getting slightly worried about the potentially irreversible side effects.
Tell me first U used hydroquine before??
I was jusy about to ask for more hydroquinone content thanks so much
Happy Tuesday Dr Dray..see you tomorrow x💙🤩
I used Murad Rapid Spot Remover with Hydroquinone 2% for a year or two on and off and it absolutely made a stubborn brown spot on my temple vanish. Sadly, that product has been discontinued and even though years have passed the spot never returned. I just started trying hydroquinone 4% cream, which burns. The prescribing doc insists hydroquinone does not work but I know it does, at least for me. I'm somewhat apprehensive about this new product because it does burn and doesn't have whatever goodies Murad was adding to their product.
Dr. Dray, it would be really helpful to know how to use HQ. My dermatologist was pretty vague on how to use it. I see so much contradicting info about spot treating vs putting it all over the face as well as how to use it with vitamin c, Lactic acid, tretinoin, AHA's, azelaic acid, etc. I haven't been able to get straight answers anywhere. It was prescribed for my sun spots and hyperpigmentation.
I recommend watching a video by Doctorly, they've explained very well how different ingredients work to prevent or treat hyperpigmentation, so it will make more sense to you regarding the actives you've mentioned :)
Happy Tuesday Dr. Dray🌷loving your hair, its gettin So thick, bouncy😊thanks for all your awesome vids
I've been using 4 percent hydroquinone for the last 3 weeks on super stubborn and dark hyperpigmentation on my cheeks. It's helped so much. I use it once a day at night before going to bed. I am just starting Tretinoin .025 again. I have my calendar for 2.5 months and slowing down the usage over 1.5 months. When I come off for my 3 hydroquinone hydroquinone break I will not only be on tretinoin but I will also start on Cyspera (Cystamine). When I notice extra redness in the area I am using hydroquinone... I oil cleanse with anti-inflammatory oils tamunu oil mixed with apricot kernal oil... or I ice my skin. I've noticed that doing these things take the redness out of my skin and that makes me feel like I am at a lower risk of developing extra pigmentation if I manage my inflamation. I have been using SPF 50 religiously (anytime I go outside). I am getting really good results so far... can't wait to see what I will end up with.
You used HQ every day for 3 weeks? When did you stop?
Thank you for this video! I have been using a compound Hydroquinone I got from my derm back in October. I think I was very consistent the first 3 months. I didn’t see much improvement in my melasma so I continued to use it on an off almost to none by now. I think I will stop for good now 😂
Ambi Fade gave me rebound hyperpigmentation. I’ve been treating it for 1.5 years without improvement. I’m glad they pulled it from the market.
What kind of PIH were you treating? Acne dark spots or like other hyperpigmentation?
@@aliyahwynne3256 Sunspots.
Hi Dr Dray so excited to be here happy Tuesday I live for this ❤️
Morning!
Greetings David Shabas hope u r well n Happy Tuesday😀👍💜….
@@whitneybrown4067 happy Tuesday Whitney
If you haven't yet done a video on the subject, can you please do a video on periorbital hyperpigmentation, it's causes and how to treat it?
Hi maybe someone here can help me. I’m a dark skinned guy that used black and white bleach cream around my eyes as I have had really dark eye circles since I was a teen I misused I used it for 12 years daily without issue and it fixed my eye circles. The product changed the hydroquinone use and stopped working. I was prescribed hydroquinone 4% directly and within the last two months developed wrinkles and purple and black rings around my eyes. It’s to the point I’m a dude thinking of wearing make up. Help! 😭
Can i stop using hydroquinone permanently after using it for 10 days
Doc, we know how Hydroquinone shouldn't be used long term but what about Arbutin (at a 2% concentration)? Can Arbutin be used long term like more other skincare ingredients?
It is assumed to be safe, but more research is needed
I’ve battled hyperpigmentation on my face for years. I’ve achieved a nice balance of fun in the sun without compromising my skin but I notice that when I ski in really cold weather ( completely covered despite having mineral sunscreen powder over cream) my discoloration comes right back. Do cold temps impact this condition? Thanks Doc!
Snow bounces the suns rays from the ground so overall you can get a super high dose of exposure even wearing some SPF. That may be a factor for you
I think powder sunscreen is not enough protection
Isn't hydroquinone banned in other countries because it causes skin cancer?
Happy Tuesday, Dr. Dray ❤
Morning!
The video never mentions how long to take a break for. Anyone have an answer for how long someone usually should break after 3 months of 3% dosage, with only the last month doing it morning and night (the first 2 months were only at night)?
Thank you in advance.
A lot of comments suggest 3 months of on treatment with hydroquinone (remember to TAPER THE DRUG and not abruptly stop usage) then replace it with 3 months of nonhydroquinone (kojic acid/ lactic acid with retinol) then 3 months on w hydroquinone so on and so forth
I am the patient that have been using hydroquinon for couple of years and was diagnosed with exogenous ochronisis. Used it under doctor supervision, 2 Monty off and 1 off, not in high concentration. So, it's not super rare
larp
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Can you cover isobutylamido thiazolyl resorcinol (thiamidol) in a future video? I live in Europe and bought an anti-pigment product that contains this (a Eucerin product) but I have not found much coverage on this, so I wonder if it is only specific to this company.
I used it once under medical supervision for a face wax, NEVER AGAIN on the face wax stuff...lol, that discolored my upper lip. Worked great but would never randomly use.
I'm applying licorize extract to a sun spot and after one month of consistant use I'm finally starting to see that the sun spot is starting to fade away at the edges, also it's color is more reddish than before, but as it's a natural extract there wont be side effects 😊
Licorice root worked wonders on my hyperpigmentation in a very short period
Where can I buy this licorice root extract?
@@gabrielacortez4893I bought it from amazon. pick one with no alcohol in it's ingredients 😉
@@tatianaa.3694 thank you!
Licorice and tea tree is my holy grail. it fades my dark spot on my face
Heyyyyy.
Doc, if possible please make a video on "Sudden breakouts" if possible. ❤
I have several videos on acne breakouts, including one from last week talking about adult acne
A relative developed this from using Ambi Fade Cream for many years; she simply wasn't aware of the risks and it makes me wonder why Ambi doesn't carry a clear warning about taking breaks from the product.
It says you need to take a break from it on the packaging. Not only does it say it on the box but also on the tube itself.
Used hydroquinone 4% for four weeks and had to stop. Caused too much irritation.
Thank you for always giving great information!🥰
Lastly, I saw someone in your previous video say that cholesterol used in skincare is lanolin derived. Should someone with a confirmed lanolin allergy avoid products that list cholesterol in the ingredients? Thank you dr dray and have a good evening
It's great stuff, I got rid of most of the freckles on the backs of my hands with over the counter 2% hydroquinone
Where did you buy it? Please provide the link if you feel inclined to share. Nothing works better than hydroQ.
@@companyconfidential6624 it's available otc here in Australia, it's called Superfade by John Plunkett.
How do you you taper off after 3 months of use? My derm didn’t tell me how to. I just do it myself and taper off in one month then use alpha arbutin (obagi) with tretinoin for two months and then go back to using hydroquinon again. Hope this is oké 😊
Im using hydroquinone with Tretinoin for my dark folds and it is the only things thats working for me. It is slow but it's working
How do you use it without bleaching the skin around the spot? Since we can't put it all over 😢
You don't have to take breaks from hydroquinone, you can use it as long as you need to. Also, rebound pigmentation has never been reported in the literature. Ref. consultant dermatologist Dr Natalia Spierings
I am using it for melasma under my derm supervition and he had never told me to stop using it.I use it at night with my tretinoin and had very nice results with those and azelaic acid and sunscreen in the morning.I am on the 2 year mark now using it and my face looks very good!
@@michellevega1523hello please help me. I have dark skin. And I used hydroquinone 4% for 3.5 months. Now I have stopped for 3 days my face looks a bit darker. I wanna start again. Can I start! Will it be safe? Please help.
Morning Dr Dray hope u r well n Lovely Dress🎉n Hello Every1 n Happy Tuesday😀n what a Wonderful Vid…. thanks n This is Gonna b so Informative🔥👍n Continued Blessings to All💜….
Thank you! You too!
Happy Tuesday Whitney Brown. Hope you're well and having a lovely day.
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great info! thank you so much dr dray
Thanks for watching!
Hi Dr. Dray! What are your thoughts on the derivative alpha arbutin? If you could make a similar video for alpha arbutin, it would be amazing!
Pretty sure she has videos already
Hi Dr Dray! Hope youre doing well. Can you do a video on
Fillerina topical Treatments please?
I've used hydroquinone creams since 1987. I have no adverse effects to my knowledge. I must admit that as soon as I stop using it for even a week or 2, there is definitely a return to my previous discoloration.
Do you take breaks?
@@daisyyyyh Not really. I wish they hadn't taken it off the American market because hexylresorcinol is a poor substitute.
Excellent teaching session Dr Dray.Tq
have a great Tuesday guys xo
Happy Tuesday 💙
Is it necessary to use sun protection for all life after melasma removal?
i have type 5 skin and hydroquinone 4% gave me a black patch on forehead only with 4 uses. retinol, microdermabrasion, laser toning have been helpful for my hyperpigmentation tho
How often did you get microdermabrasion done ? What was the lasers name ?
@@dynamitedynamite2737 it's safer to avoid laser for people with types 4 and higher type of skin tones, because laser can cause burns and once the burns heal the patients will be left with hypopigmentation patches which takes months to go away.
Although Microneedling With PRP will be helpful for hyperpigmentation, I think the sessions could be monthly once or every two weeks.
But if u have hyperpigmentation the chances are it eill go away in a few weeks to months, with proper skincare
Hydroquinone did not agree with my skin at all. I looked like a burns victim 5 mins after using it, complete with blistering bubbling skin. Horrendous experience I'll never forget🥺. I suggest testing in a small spot before putting on your face.
I can use azclear azelaic acid (with great results) and tretinoin which I use every other night. Really happy with the results so far 😊
Same thing happened with me yesterday after applying hydroquinone. I came here seeking the solution of it . Can you please help me????
Kindly tell me what you used to treat rebounded pigmentation caused by hydroquinone
This is the one comment that I am
Looking for. My skin became red the next morning. It is not blistering but it is red. I will never use it on my face m.
I used hydroquinone with no break few years back and I developed white spots. It took more than a year to recover.
How did you do to get rid of white spots?
Does the rebound pigment thing happen if it’s for acne dark spot.? I guess I’m a little confused on how could that return if their is no active acne
I'm a new follower and I've been so desperate to find out how to get rid of my breakouts. I'm leaning towards fungal acne but mine isn't typically itchy. I do have ABPA which is allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis. I wonder if this condition can make me more suseptable to fungal acne. I've also been on zythromax long term. I just switched to trying the nizoral to see if it helps. Please give me some tips on what follow up skin care I can do that won't aggravate fungal acne!
I would check her videos on fungal acne. Other derms with videos on this are Dr Alexis Stephens, The Budget Dermatologist, Dr. Daniel Sugai, Doctorly, etc.
I‘m using hydrochinone since 6 weeks now because of melasma and hyperpigmentation, but it made my skin worse, my melasma is darker than ever. And I have also used tretonin on the rest of my face, my skin tone changed. I am darker than ever. Horrible
How long is “prolonged period of time “ ???
could u do a video on safer ingredients like undecylenoyl phenylalanine or even Phenylethyl Resorcinol
Can I continue red light therapy in this cream???
Why is that 1% hydroquinone, is not safe and higher percentages are safer? 😢 Dr. Dray, please respond to me! 😢😢
For how long can i continuously use hydroquinone for melasma ?
This is such great info!
Glad it was helpful!
Would hydroquinone be safe to use during laser hair removal if stopped a week before treatment? Thank you!
very good analysis
Please do a video on thiamidol too if you get a chance.
Hi Dr , do you need rest breaks with arbutin 7% as it’s a derivative of Hydroquinone and with hydroquinone you need rest breaks ?
Happy Tuesday everyone! 💜💜💜
Happy Tuesday
Very interesting. I still have some of the original Ambi fade cream!
Can alpha artbutan cause hyperpigmentation rebound or the blue and yellow dots?
Alpha arbutin is hydroquinone derivative, that isn’t as effective, but you can use it daily and doesn’t cause any side effects. It’s also sold over the counter with 2% potency.
Hi dr Dray. Do you think is a good idea to start whit hidroquinone in this time of the year? ( spring)
If someone has been diagnosed with telogen effluvium, can it present itself on other places of the body besides hair? For example in a recent video you stated that it can result it horizontal ridging in nails. Any known impact to the skin?
The reason I’m asking is because even though I have eczema, my skin has become so gross. Not only is my skin irritated, dry, flaky, but it’s extremely chalky and musty basically all over the body but especially upper body. It is not anything I have experienced with eczema ever (dealing with eczema for 20 years) which never happened so full body in the past. The chalkiness and smell is requiring daily showering which is further irritating the eczema. It’s a vicious cycle. This skin condition started at the time I started losing hair so I’m curious if it’s linked.
Hi doc, maybe this is a little off topic but im curious whats your opinion about isotretinoin cumulative dose of 220mg/kg is claimed to be better than the traditional 120-150mg/kg (talking about higher relapse rate)?
Can u make video on how to get rid of rebound pigmentation after using hydroquinone
I also want to get rid of rebound pigmentation I have so much uneven skin tone and dark patches on my temples area please make a video on how to treat Dr. Dray it will be very helpful ,😭😭
What is the stacking formula? Clean, hydroquinone, moisturizer, retinol??
I was going to start hydroquinone, but I think I’m not going to now😳scared lol
Thank you so much we are learning so much
Thanks for watching
What is good tapering schedule? I’ve been using Skinlite: 2% HQ Tret . for two months. Every other night?
I use the Obagi Night Therapy with Hydroquinone and I do stop it after 4 months then restart it again. Love my Obagi. ❤
I'm currently using the Obagi Clear and Blender which both contain 4% hydroquinone. When I asked the nurse about taking breaks from using these products, I was told that Obagi is used for life so I wouldn't need to take breaks and if i don't carry on using it the pigmentation will cone back. I'm not sure if i should carry on using it or not once the pigmentation completely fades
I have been using those for a year and a half. I didn’t realize you were supposed to take a break or stop after a couple months.
@@tiffanysechrest9301 oh no, I hope your skin didn't react badly to the prolonged use! Did you abruptly stop using it once you realised or did you slowly wean your skin off it?
I go to a board certified derm in Washington DC. I get broadband light and the last two visits he has prescribed me Obagi am clear, which contains the 4%. I’m told to cycle. First time was around a month or so, and now it’s two weeks. I’d visit someone else and get another opinion.
@@yazmin9719 I just stopped. I am relieved that everything has been fine so far!!
Yes, i will not use HQ. I have darker tan Asian skin and not willing to experience possible side effect of rebound hyperpigmentation or worse.
Weighing risk vs benefit is key
Can you please make a video on pearl extract (Hydrolyzed pearl) in lotions and creams?
Can you make a video on use of hydroquinone for body hyperpigmentation like on back or back of arms
Are u indian where r u from???