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Why Do I Have Skin Issues After Using Skin Lite?

I used skin lite... It increased my complexion but aftr prolonge use of it I got acne which i nvr had in my life.. Then i took doctor help.. Acne got dissapeared but not properly.. I continued using skin lite but now i find my skin getting darker... N sm transparents patches ,uneven tone, acne which is like visible thru my skin n not even increasing my complexion.. I also lost my natural fair complexion of face.. Plz help
Fri, 20 Jun 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic.
Skinlite cream contains a mid potent steroid mometasone, hydroquinone and retinoid and it is not an over the counter preparation. It should be prescribed by a dermatologist who knows which condition to start it for and when to stop.
We do not recommend it daily for more than a month following which we taper it and stop and add on a non steroidal lightening cream. Moreover it is used in pigmentary disorders like melasma and not for improving skin tone. Long term use can cause steroid induced Rosacea, Acne, Thinning of skin, Redness and increased sensitivity to sunlight.
Stop using skinlite cream immediately.
Use a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more every 2-3 hrs during the day even if you are indoors. Avoid sun exposure as much as possible.
You could apply a gel containing clindamycin on your acne.
Apply a gel based moisturiser at bedtime.
Use a mild cleanser like cetaphil cleanser to wash your face.
It may take 1- 2 months for the skin tone and other side effects to revert back to normal.
Give it time and do not abuse the same cream again.
Hope this helps you.
take care.
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Why Do I Have Skin Issues After Using Skin Lite?

Hello, Welcome to healthcare magic. Skinlite cream contains a mid potent steroid mometasone, hydroquinone and retinoid and it is not an over the counter preparation. It should be prescribed by a dermatologist who knows which condition to start it for and when to stop. We do not recommend it daily for more than a month following which we taper it and stop and add on a non steroidal lightening cream. Moreover it is used in pigmentary disorders like melasma and not for improving skin tone. Long term use can cause steroid induced Rosacea, Acne, Thinning of skin, Redness and increased sensitivity to sunlight. Stop using skinlite cream immediately. Use a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more every 2-3 hrs during the day even if you are indoors. Avoid sun exposure as much as possible. You could apply a gel containing clindamycin on your acne. Apply a gel based moisturiser at bedtime. Use a mild cleanser like cetaphil cleanser to wash your face. It may take 1- 2 months for the skin tone and other side effects to revert back to normal. Give it time and do not abuse the same cream again. Hope this helps you. take care.