HI, THANKS FOR CHOOSING HCM, melacare cream contains hydroquinone,that help in improving the complexion,by peeling the outer layer of skin and bleaching exposing sensitive layer underneath it this cream may make your skin dry do use a moisturiser use a sunscreen lotion when you go into sun use this cream only at night not encouraged when you have pimples apply mild soap it is better to avoid such creams the benefits are temporary try to go for natural remedy like neem or tulsi paste try to rule out other reasons of melasma like hormone imbalances,use of oral contraceptive pills,certain medications etc talk to your doctor to rule out such factors HOPE I ANSWERED YOUR QUERY FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME FOR FURTHER QUERIES THANK YOU