Yes, Hydroquinone is completely safe to use! There are zero reported cases of hydroquinone causing cancer in humans, with millions of people using it for nearly 100 years. Hydroquinone is a plant extract, and you intake 300 times more hydroquinone daily from coffee or tea than with topical use. Since Sep 2020, any percentage of HQ requires a prescription in the United States, and is not available over-the-counter. This ensures the medication is prescribed and sourced with FDA regulations.
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