Hydroquinone & Kojic Acid Cream

Active ingredients: Hydroquinone 2%, Kojic Acid 2%

Cream base ingredients: Aqua, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Isohexadecane, Polyurethane-39, Polysorbate 60, Polyacrylate-13, Isododecane, Stearyl behenate, PEG-75 stearate, Cetyl alcohol, Ethoxydiglycol, C13-C15 alkane, Polyisobutene, Tocopheryl acetate, Ascorbic acid, Sodium bisulfite, Benzoic acid (0.09%), Sorbic acid (0.09%), Propylene Glycol (0.075%), Polysorbate 20

GENERAL WARNINGS

• Always follow directions for use
• If symptoms persist, change or worsen talk to your health professional
• Supplements may only be of assistance if dietary intake is inadequate
• This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; always talk to your health professional if you suspect you may have an undiagnosed medical condition
• Not recommended for use in children unless advised by a health professional; for patients aged 18 years or younger, the pharmacist may request a prescription before supply
• Always follow directions for use, if you have any questions please contact us
• This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, always talk to your health professional if you suspect you may have an undiagnosed medical condition
• Protect treated areas from the sun and apply broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) daily – Sun exposure can reduce the effectiveness of this product and worsen uneven skin tone
• If you do not see improvement within two months, discontinue use
• Do not use continuously for periods over three months without consulting a doctor
• If you have medium to dark skin it is recommended to consult a dermatologist before using this product
• WARNING – If a pigmented spot or mole has recently become darker, changed colour, become enlarged or itchy, or bleeds, do not use this product, see your doctor immediately. Do not use on children. Do not use near the eyes. Mild irritation may occur; stop use if it becomes severe. If fading is not evident in three months, seek doctor’s advice.

ALLERGY

• This product should not be used if you have a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
• Before using any new skin care product for the first time, we recommend performing a patch test to help predict if you might experience a skin reaction

PREGNANCY & BREASTFEEDING

• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive, you must not use this product
• The safety of the ingredients during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not been established

INTERACTIONS

• Apply at least two hours apart, or on alternate nights, from skin care products containing acids (e.g. AHA/BHA Exfoliant, Azelaic Acid 10% Solution) or retinol / vitamin A (e.g. Vitamin A Cream). Using them together increases the risk of irritation, especially for sensitive skin.

ALLERGIES, INTOLERANCES & INGREDIENT SOURCES

• This product should not be used if you have a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
• While we make every effort to keep our website information up to date, availability and sourcing of ingredients may vary
• If you have specific allergies, intolerances, or requirements regarding ingredient sources, please contact us prior to purchase to confirm suitability

PREGNANCY & BREASTFEEDING

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or planning for pregnancy, talk to your health professional before use

INTERACTIONS

• If you have any pre-existing conditions, or are on any medications (including supplements, herbal or over-the-counter) always talk to your health professional before use
• Some supplements may need to be stopped for a certain period before elective surgery or medical tests, please confirm with your health professional

Apply a thin layer to areas of uneven skin tone once or twice daily for 8-12 weeks depending on skin sensitivity. After 12 weeks of continuous use, take a break from this product for 8-12 weeks (while continuing to use sunscreen daily).

This product does not contain sunscreen. If applying during the day, use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen on treated areas for protection against sun damage.

Store all medicines and products out of reach of children or pets.

Always check the expiry date on the label and do not use past the expiry date.

Keep in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C. Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Do not store this product, or any medicines in the bathroom or near a sink.