• female
• 30 Years
• 20/02/2025

I'm thinking about using a skin lightening cream, but I've got sensitive skin. Could you recommend a good option for me?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 2+ Yrs

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use topical creams

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