How can I avoid ocronosis while on hydroquinone

[Mike456]

I have heard that if you use hydroquinone cream and dont cycle it correctly you could get ocronosis

How can I cycle it corectly/avoid ocronosis?

 

[Orka]

I have heard that if you use hydroquinone cream and dont cycle it correctly you could get ocronosis

How can I cycle it corectly/avoid ocronosis?

Ochronosis only happens from longterm, continuous HQ use without breaks, especially at 4%+, the standard is 3-4 months on, then cycle off for 2-3 months with retinoids ( azelaic, kojic, etc. )

Limit to 1x/day during cycles, and avoid combining with irritants that cause inflammation.

Always lower the dose off once ur target lightening is achieved instead of chasing perfection forever

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[Mike456]

Ochronosis only happens from longterm, continuous HQ use without breaks, especially at 4%+, the standard is 3-4 months on, then cycle off for 2-3 months with retinoids ( azelaic, kojic, etc. )

Limit to 1x/day during cycles, and avoid combining with irritants that cause inflammation.

Always lower the dose off once ur target lightening is achieved instead of chasing perfection forever

You can mark my reply as a solution by clicking the checkmark on the right ->

By irritants you mean certain serums or food?

 

[Orka]

By irritants you mean certain serums or food?

Yes, anything that irritates you and causes inflammation