Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain I would like to inform you that Melamet cream is a steroid based cream containing Hydroquinone, Tretinoin and Mometasone Furoate.. Steroid creams initially shows wonderful effects on face by reducing pigmentation and brightening the face.. But long term use has severe side effects like skin thinning, pimples, inflammation, rashes, itching, excess hairgrowth and dilated veins under the skin.. Also on long term use the skin becomes addicted or dependant on steroids and once the use is suddenly stopped, there are withdrawal side effects and it is the same thing that you are facing now that is increased pigmentation, rashes, swelling, redness etc.. I would suggest you to consult a Dermatologist who can evaluate you clinically and also advise you a low potency steroid cream that has to be used for a week regularly and then gradually tapering down the use and then will be stopped gradually.. It will help in preventing side effects of sudden withdrawal.. Once you completely stop using this cream you can start application of safer and long term usable creams like those containing Kojic acid, glycolic acid and arbutin.. Vitamin E creams and gels and Salicylic acid and glycolic acid containing facewash are also effective.. Start exfoliating your skin twice a week with a gentle face scrub.. Always apply sunscreen lotion when exposed to sun.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.