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Can Triglow Causes Hyperpigmentation And Does It Contain Steriods?

i m 27yrs old unmarried female. i m fair.. but i usually gets tan n my face and neck. .so i finds discoloration on my face and neck.. i consulted dermatologist they adv me to use triglow at night for my face. for 11/2 months.. i m scared to use dat cream.. contains steroids.. d i heard abt rebound hyperpigmentation after using.. so help me in advicing safer methods.. thanking you.. dr.rani.
Thu, 4 Feb 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain Triglow cream contains Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Fluocinolone Acetonide which is a steroid component..
It is true that steroid based creams can reduce pigmentation but long term use can lead to skin thinning, rashes, pimples, increased pigmentation and dilated veins under the skin..
You can stop using Triglow cream and in case if you experience increased darkening of skin you should keep patience as it will improve gradually..
You can use safer methods of depigmentation like washing your face with salicylic acid and glycolic acid containing facewash..
You can apply creams containing Kojic acid,glycolic acid and arbutin..
Apply Vitamin E gel at night..
Exfoliate your skin twice a week using a gentle scrub..
Always apply sunscreen lotion when exposed to sun..
You can also go for treatment like Microdermabrasion and chemical peeling..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Can Triglow Causes Hyperpigmentation And Does It Contain Steriods?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain Triglow cream contains Tretinoin, Hydroquinone and Fluocinolone Acetonide which is a steroid component.. It is true that steroid based creams can reduce pigmentation but long term use can lead to skin thinning, rashes, pimples, increased pigmentation and dilated veins under the skin.. You can stop using Triglow cream and in case if you experience increased darkening of skin you should keep patience as it will improve gradually.. You can use safer methods of depigmentation like washing your face with salicylic acid and glycolic acid containing facewash.. You can apply creams containing Kojic acid,glycolic acid and arbutin.. Apply Vitamin E gel at night.. Exfoliate your skin twice a week using a gentle scrub.. Always apply sunscreen lotion when exposed to sun.. You can also go for treatment like Microdermabrasion and chemical peeling.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.