I'm currently using Kozicare cream and soap for skin lightening and I was wondering if they contain any steroids. Are there any potential side effects I should be aware of?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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4+ Yrs

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Itching and hypersensitivity reactions are the side-effects.

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Consult a Dermatologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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My mom recently had facial herpes. The blisters are gone now, but they've left some scars. I'm trying to find out what kind of medicine or ointments can help fade these scars. I've got some pictures that might make things clearer. Any advice?

Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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I've been having these mouth ulcers a lot, usually on the inside of my lip or on my gums. It's like a never-ending cycle, even though I'm drinking plenty of water and taking folic acid supplements. Could there be something more serious going on? I'm really hoping for some advice on what might be causing them to keep coming back.

Continue the same and consume balanced diet and maintain oral hygiene,visit ENT doctor for regular followup.

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I'm having some trouble with hyperpigmentation and I'm wondering which product would be more effective for me. Should I use Dermadew Caloe lotion with aloe or would Dermadew Glow cream be better? I'm looking for something that can really help even out my skin tone.

caloe lotion would work better,take an openion from dermatologist

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