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Skin Whitening Cream Side Effects – Risks and Dangers

There are many dangers of skin lightening creams reported and observed among many users. According to dermatologists, skin bleaching creams can only be safe when prescribed by a specialist. “Unfortunately, many skin-lightening creams contain illegal compounds that can damage your health,” [Indy Rihal of the British Skin Foundation]. “The most common compounds are high-dose steroids

Hydroquinone is also a chemical substance available in most of the skin whitening products. This is a bleaching agent that can also be risky to the body health of the user. Steroids are fine when used in correct doses. “Unmonitored use of high-dose steroids can lead to many problems,” [Rihal]. “Patients are often very distressed by the results of skin-lightening creams.”

Not all creams you obtain over the counter are chemically proven as safe. It is only a GP or a dermatologist who can prescribe the right cream to use. Among the risks associated with wrong skin products include:

Risk of permanent skin bleaching or lighteningRedness and skin irritations,Uneven toning and color change hence blotchy looksThinning of skin hence risk of cancer cases.Prolonged using of skin lighteners may lead to premature skin aging.Some skin lightening products contain steroids that may make your skin prone to infections and skin conditions such as acne.Creams with too much hydroquinone of more than 2% may harm your skin.There is high possibility of allergic reactions resulting from both chemical bleaching agents and natural ingredients as well.

Tips on How to Select the Best Skin Whitening Cream – Precautions and safety

Involve a doctor while deciding on using skin lighteners. Dermatologist will advise on the best product to go for.Ensure your skin whitening agent does not contain mercury. While reading about the ingredients used, avoid products that contain ingredients like calomel, mercurio, mercuric or mercurous since they are alternative names for mercury.
Products that are packaged with hydroquinone must state the percentage. Anything above 2% can be harmful to your skin and hence avoid it.Study the ingredients utilized in the cream. Hydroquinone, Mercury and lead are harmful elements to your skin.Natural ingredients such as glutathione, Vitamin E, Kojic Acid and natural antioxidants are highly recommended for skin bleaching.Go through reviews to see the rating of the product by those who have used it before.The product must be able to correct skin blemishes such as pigmentation, dark spots, acne scars and moles.
Your best over the counter skin lightening cream must state some of the side effects after using the product.The product should be ideal for all skin types, that is, suitable for sensitive skin, and if not it should be clearly stated.Involve a skin specialist for you to be certain of positive outcome following the use of any new product on the market.

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