{"product_id":"hydroquinone-cream-4","title":"Hydroquinone Cream USP 4% 30g for Dark Patches and Sun Spots","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroquinone cream 4 percent is a topical treatment used to reduce hyperpigmentation, melasma, and dark spots by slowing melanin production in the skin. Available as Melalite Forte Cream 30g by Abbott with online delivery across the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroquinone cream 4 percent is commonly used to treat hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and uneven skin tone. Many people searching for hydroquinone cream UK use it to fade melasma, freckles, age spots, acne scars, and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) caused by acne or skin irritation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMelalite Forte Cream by Abbott contains hydroquinone 4 percent, a clinically used depigmentation ingredient known for improving visible pigmentation. Users looking to buy hydroquinone cream online in the UK often select this option for targeted dark spot care and clearer skin tone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Clinical strength hydroquinone 4 percent depigmentation formula\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Helps reduce melasma, dark spots, and acne related pigmentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Works by limiting melanin production in the skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e • Supports brighter and more even looking skin tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• helps target stubborn dark patches with regular use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• supports gradual lightening of uneven skin areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• improves overall skin clarity and brightness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Hydroquinone Cream 4 Percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a small amount of hydroquinone cream 4 percent to clean, dry skin. Use your fingertips to spread a thin layer only on the affected dark spots, not the entire face. Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and other sensitive areas, and wash your hands after application. Before first use, perform a patch test to check skin tolerance. The cream is usually applied once daily in the evening or as directed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment is generally used for up to 4 to 6 months, followed by a break to allow the skin to rest. In the first two weeks, apply once daily at night on affected areas. Continue nightly use for several weeks as pigmentation fades. Limit use to four to five months, then take a break. During the break period, some people maintain results with ingredients such as azelaic acid or vitamin C. Daily sunscreen with high SPF is important, as sun exposure can reverse progress and worsen pigmentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients of Hydroquinone Cream USP 4%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hydroquinone 4 percent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mineral Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Squalane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Propylene Glycol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Glyceryl Monostearate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Polyoxyl 40 Stearate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• PEG 25 Propylene Glycol Stearate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stearic Acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Lecithin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sodium Metabisulfite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Propylparaben\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Isopropyl Myristate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stearyl Alcohol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Xanthan Gum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sorbic Acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Butylated Hydroxytoluene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Purified Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avoid excessive sun exposure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Use sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher daily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Not recommended for children under 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Do not use longer than 4 to 5 months continuously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Long term use may increase the risk of ochronosis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avoid using with benzoyl peroxide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Avoid using with hydrogen peroxide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Store at room temperature between 20°C and 25°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Keep away from heat, sunlight, and moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Keep the tube tightly closed after use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Store out of reach of children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow Hydroquinone Cream 4% Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroquinone cream acts as a depigmentation agent that helps reduce dark spots and uneven skin tone. It works by suppressing the activity of melanocytes, the skin cells responsible for producing melanin. By blocking the tyrosinase enzyme, hydroquinone slows down melanin production and helps reduce hyperpigmented patches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith regular use, this process gradually fades melasma, sun spots, freckles, and acne scars. Over time, the treated areas appear lighter and the overall skin tone becomes clearer and more even.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Use Hydroquinone Cream 4%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cream suits adults with hyperpigmentation or melasma, including people with dark spots, freckles, or sun spots. It works well for individuals with acne scars and uneven skin tone, users seeking targeted depigmentation treatment, and people looking for hydroquinone cream options in the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpected Results of Hydroquinone Cream 4%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical treatment timeline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weeks 2 to 4 early lightening of dark spots may appear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weeks 4 to 8 gradual fading of pigmentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• 8 to 12 weeks more even skin tone and reduced discoloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf no improvement appears after 2 months, consult a healthcare professional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePossible Side Effects \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon reactions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mild burning sensation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Redness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Dryness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Itching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Skin irritation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess common\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Allergic contact dermatitis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Swelling at application site\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Blue black discoloration called ochronosis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese effects may appear during early use and usually improve as the skin adjusts to treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipment \u0026amp; Return Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor delivery and returns, see our Shipment \u0026amp; Return Policy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere can I buy hydroquinone cream 4% in the UK?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can buy hydroquinone cream in the UK directly from our store \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eskincareproduct.co.uk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. We provide Melalite Forte Cream 30 g with online ordering and delivery available across the UK.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan you buy hydroquinone cream 4$ over the counter in the UK?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroquinone creams are commonly regulated in the UK. Many people choose to order hydroquinone cream online from trusted ecommerce stores i.e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eskincareproduct.co.uk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs hydroquinone cream 4% legal in the UK?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydroquinone based treatments are used for managing hyperpigmentation and melasma. Availability may depend on local regulations and product source.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the price of hydroquinone 4 percent cream in the UK?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe price of hydroquinone 4 percent cream in the UK can vary depending on the retailer and product availability. The latest price can be viewed directly on our store page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you need a prescription for hydroquinone 4 percent in the UK?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome hydroquinone products may require medical guidance depending on local regulations. 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