why is Hydroquinone unsafe?

Question

What does is do to the skin appart from lighten it?
does it cause cancer?
Also does the product fair and white contain it?

Answer 1

It has been found to be a carcinogen, so yes, it causes cancer. It also causes confetti sized areas of depigmentation (loss of color). This means it can lead to permanently blotchy skin with light and dark areas. It can also cause exogenous ochronosis which leads to darkened areas of the skin.

No, Fair and White does not contain hydroquinone.

Why not accept and love who you are? Your skin tone is a complete package that co-ordinates with your eyes and hair color.

If you are considering tampering with your natural skin tone, I highly suggest you dish out the money to do it properly. See a dermatologist. Most store bought skin whitening products either don't work or they cause your skin to become permanently blotchy (some even cause allergies and/or burning leading to scarring). You are taking an extreme risk with a do-it-yourself product. Remember, your face is out there...up front and personal...you certainly don't want to do something where you will have to live with the results if it goes wrong. Be safe! See a dermatologist.