I'm curious about the long-term effects of using melanin-reducing soaps and creams. Can they make a person's skin permanently lighter? Also, what kind of side effects should one be aware of when using these products?

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There are no such medicines,dark complexion is equally healthy and natural,no need to worry,if it is bothering you musch visit dermatologist for appropriate management.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got these burns from hot oil splashing on me in the kitchen a couple of days ago. The blisters have started to open up, and I'm not sure what to do about them. A friend gave me some clobetasol propionate cream 0.05%. Will that actually help with my burns? Most of them are small on my right arm and chest, but there are a few as big as 12 inches. Im kind of unsure about using this cream on the burns. Could you advise?

Yes you can use it,rather than that u can also use megaheal or silkal gel for good results

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I got the chickenpox virus back in 2016, and since then, I've been using Dermadew Lite soap. I'm kind of worried about whether it's okay to use it every day. I'm just curious if using it regularly is safe or if there are any side effects I should know about. It only seems to be available at pharmacies, so it feels like a medicated soap. Could you give me some advice on whether I should keep using it or not?

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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