Shereene IdrissBoard Certified Derm, Founder and Chief Nerd

Over The Counter Hydroquinone? #shorts

27 Apr 2023 · 0 min

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A brief YouTube short by Shereene Idriss giving skincare advice: 2% over-the-counter hydroquinone can help but is not a complete solution; more severe melasma often requires prescription-strength hydroquinone (about 4%–8% or higher) administered under a physician's supervision.

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2%.

Starting at 4% up to 8%, sometimes higher.

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