46 citations
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April 2020 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This study found that hydroquinone caused structural damage to the skin of rats, while aloe vera reduced this damage, suggesting potential concerns for its use in skin lightening creams.
85 citations
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May 2001 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study observed that infections were the most common skin conditions in Ghana, while malignant and premalignant skin diseases were most common in the UK, highlighting different dermatological needs in each country.
10 citations
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June 2011 in “PubMed” This article suggests that most topical treatments for acne and unwanted hair growth are safe to use during pregnancy, except for hydroquinone and tretinoin, due to low systemic absorption.
7 citations
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April 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” This article reviews practical approaches for managing dermatologic conditions in patients with skin of color and reports no new clinical findings.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “African Scientific Reports” This review summarizes the biological process of melanogenesis and evaluates natural skin-whitening treatments based on their mechanisms affecting melanin production, aiming to inform on the effects and awareness of skin-bleaching creams.