another q about hydroquinone.

I may have asked this earlier but I cant remember what post and where it was so sorry in advance, paheli mentioned that using this may have certain side effect where skin darkens. is this a first reaction will you notice it once u use it. or does it darken gradually over time even if u have been ysing it properly with no side effects for a long time. thanks.

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The condition is called exogenous ochronosis. From what little I've read on it, it happens gradually over time. Not something you'll notice after 1 or 2 use.

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After it dries, apply sunscreen at least 10 mins before going out to avoid pigmentation. Or if you are indoors in a well lit area such as your home, you should still apply sunscreen.

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I have used it over a year
So far its OK.can j continue?

(.not continuously have left month or so.in between )

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And is it a rare side effect or common?

Thanku

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I believe the light sensitivity is more common out of the side effects

Re: another q about hydroquinone.

Technically you should not be using it for longer than 2 months at a time

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rajnikant had this happen, which is why he had to move from bollywood to doing tamil movies. it wasnt so gradual for him.