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Skin & Hair Concerns
Question #19405
62 days ago
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skin whitening night cream - #19405

Drishti

I am really worried about my skin lately and just wanted some advice. A few months ago I started using a skin whitening night cream because my skin tone has always bothered me, and I thought it could help. The first few weeks were amazing, I felt like I was really seeing results. But then, outta nowhere, I noticed some weird patches forming on my face. It’s like, I’m trying to lighten my skin, and now I have these strange dark spots! I read somewhere that some skin whitening night cream can react badly with certain skin types, and I’m wondering if that’s what's happening to me. I've used it consistently for about two months now, and I thought that a skin whitening night cream would just even things out, not make it worse! There are also days when my skin just feels rough like sandpaper after using it. Was I wrong to think a skin whitening night cream would work for me? Maybe my skin is too sensitive for this? I’m also kinda freaking out about the possibility of long-term damage. Can anyone share if they’ve had the same experience or can recommend a safer product? I really don’t want to give up on my goal of achieving a more even skin tone but this is getting stressful!

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It’s quite understandable you’re feeling concerned about these changes in your skin. While skin whitening night creams promise to even out your skin tone, they can contain ingredients like hydroquinone, corticosteroids, or mercury, which may cause adverse reactions, especially if your skin is sensitive. The patches you’re seeing might be a result of irritation or even a phenomenon called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, an increase in skin pigmentation following inflammation. It’s possible your skin is reacting negatively to one or more components of the cream.

First, it’s crucial to stop using the cream immediately to mitigate further irritation. Give your skin time to recover and use gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizers to soothe any irritation. In the interim, applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day is essential, as UV rays can worsen pigmentation issues. Sunscreen can also help prevent any further discoloration of the skin.

I’d recommend consulting with a dermatologist to identify your specific skin type and any underlying conditions that may be influencing these reactions. A professional can help you explore alternative treatments such as azelaic acid or niacinamide, which are known for their skin-brightening and hydrating effects with a lower risk of side effects. They may also consider treatments like chemical peels or laser therapy if they deem it appropriate for your condition.

In addition to seeing a dermatologist, try to maintain a basic skincare routine that includes gentle cleansing and proper hydration without over-exfoliating, which can further aggravate sensitive skin. If there’s any persistent or worsening of the dark spots, rash, or rough texture despite discontinuing the product, seek medical advice promptly to avoid potential long-term damage. Always do a patch test with new products in the future to prevent similar reactions.

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