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health-and-beauty28 days ago•131 min saved

Why September Is the Strategic Window for Treating Melasma

Melasma, a chronic pigment disorder triggered by UV exposure, heat, and hormones, is difficult to treat and prone to recurrence. Experts recommend starting a treatment regimen in September, after peak summer sun exposure, to manage the condition effectively. While hydroquinone is a gold-standard prescription treatment, over-the-counter options like azelaic acid, retinoids, and vitamin C can be effective if used gently. Aggressive exfoliation or heat-generating lasers can worsen pigmentation, so a consistent, gentle routine with daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is crucial for long-term management.

via The Cut|

#dermatology #health-and-beauty #hydroquinone

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Smoking's Gut Bacteria Link Offers New Hope for Ulcerative Colitis Treatment

Researchers have discovered that smoking produces metabolites like hydroquinone that promote mouth bacteria such as Streptococcus to grow in the gut, which can reduce inflammation in ulcerative colitis. This finding suggests potential treatments using probiotics or prebiotics to mimic smoking's protective effects without the associated health risks.

via ScienceDaily|

#gut-bacteria #health #hydroquinone

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Mouth-to-Gut Bacterial Migration May Explain Smoking's Benefits for Ulcerative Colitis

Research shows that smoking helps alleviate ulcerative colitis by promoting mouth bacteria like Streptococcus to grow in the gut, triggering an immune response that reduces inflammation. This effect is linked to metabolites like hydroquinone produced during smoking, which could lead to alternative treatments such as probiotics or prebiotics, avoiding smoking's health risks.

via Medical Xpress|

#gut-bacteria #health #hydroquinone

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Skin Lightening Cream Turns Woman's Face Bluish-Brown, Prompts Warning"

A 55-year-old woman's face turned a blue-brown color after using a skin-lightening cream containing hydroquinone to treat melasma, resulting in a condition known as exogenous ochronosis. This dermatitis, caused by the application of hydroquinone or phenols to the skin, is challenging to treat and may not be reversible. Hydroquinone has been banned in cosmetic creams in the EU due to potential side effects, and the woman's condition showed minimal improvement after two months of treatment, highlighting the risks associated with using skin-lightening products.

via Newsweek|

#dermatitis #exogenous-ochronosis #health