Insight into skin lightening cosmeceuticals for women of color.
The changing face of America highlights the importance of understanding dermatologic conditions of skin of color. Hyperpigmentation is the most common and distressing condition afflicting this unique subset of the population. Dermatologists need to familiarize themselves with cosmeceutical skin lightening agents and corrective camouflage formulations. This article will highlight common over-the-counter agents addressing their advantages and disadvantages. Combination agents with sunscreen will often be the most effective treatment available.
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Department of Dermatology, Penn State, College of Medicine, Hershey Medical Center, Hummelstown, PA 17036, USA. sbadreshia@gmail.com
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D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000737:chemistry / Q000627:therapeutic use; D017495:Hyperpigmentation / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000517:prevention & control; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000145:classification / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012880:Skin Pigmentation / Q000187:drug effects; D013473:Sunscreening Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000091762:Ethnic and Racial Minorities
D003358:Cosmetics; D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs; D013473:Sunscreening Agents