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is there a problem with using hydroquinone during the day? I was using retinol and vitamin c cream on my face for brown spots and stopped because I was worried about the sun. I live in Florida. I don t go in the sun but know I can get a certain amount of exposure just driving in the car etc
Hydroquinone is ideal to be used at night, often in compounded preparations with AHAs, topical retinoids and/or antioxidants. I suggest you to use Lytera in the daytime, ensure a good moisturising regime (e.g. Obaji hydrate) is utilised, and maximise sun protection with the appropriate sunscreen for your skin-type.
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Can Hydroquinone Be Applied During The Day?
Hello. Hydroquinone is ideal to be used at night, often in compounded preparations with AHAs, topical retinoids and/or antioxidants. I suggest you to use Lytera in the daytime, ensure a good moisturising regime (e.g. Obaji hydrate) is utilised, and maximise sun protection with the appropriate sunscreen for your skin-type. Thanks Dr.Tripat Mehta