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Is Cosmelite Safe For Skin Pigmentation ?

Hi, I m 25 years old male....I has black spot on my nose....as it seems hyper pigmentation....one of my friend suggested cosmelite so from last 4 weeks I m using the same and it works.....but then my anther friends suggested to stop using as it harmful to skin....can u pls suggest what would I do?? Shall I continue or stop using??
Thu, 26 Dec 2013
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Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM

Cosmelite cream contains Mometasone, tretinoin and Hydroquinone. It is usually prescribed by dermatologists for Melasma and Pigmentation over face.

Usage is limited to 2-3 months because prolonged use can lead to steroid related side effects like acne, photosensitivity, skin thinning and telangiectasis, facial hair growth specially in females.

It should always be used under the supervision of a dermatologist and that too for not more than 2-3 months

I would advice that you visit a dermatologist who might ask you to use a triple combination cream like 'cosmelite' initially for 2-3 months but after that usage of a cream containing ingredients like kojic acid, glycolic acid, arbutin, tetrahydrocurcumin, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate OR liquorice extract is advisable which are safer to use in long term.

Use a Broad spectrum sunscreen, which is a must throughout the day.


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Is Cosmelite Safe For Skin Pigmentation ?

Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM Cosmelite cream contains Mometasone, tretinoin and Hydroquinone. It is usually prescribed by dermatologists for Melasma and Pigmentation over face. Usage is limited to 2-3 months because prolonged use can lead to steroid related side effects like acne, photosensitivity, skin thinning and telangiectasis, facial hair growth specially in females. It should always be used under the supervision of a dermatologist and that too for not more than 2-3 months I would advice that you visit a dermatologist who might ask you to use a triple combination cream like cosmelite initially for 2-3 months but after that usage of a cream containing ingredients like kojic acid, glycolic acid, arbutin, tetrahydrocurcumin, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate OR liquorice extract is advisable which are safer to use in long term. Use a Broad spectrum sunscreen, which is a must throughout the day. take care regards