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Are skin lightening/whitening creams safe?

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Are skin lightening/whitening creams safe?

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sophie addison Posted

If you’ve used a skin lightening cream and are worried about the effect it has had, see a GP. They may be able to refer you to a dermatologist.

A skin lightening cream is meant to be used for a maximum of two to three months, says Katz. This is enough time to lighten skin without causing any damage.

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Ask yourself why you need to lighten/whiten your skin – then forget it. Skin lighteners are packed with carcinogens like lead so if you want your skin to drop off go ahead. Please don’t even consider it.