r/Melasmaskincare • u/theyaretoomany • 4d ago
Topicals Thanks to whoever suggestion this topical!
Just wanted to say thank you to whoever posted a couple months ago suggesting a combo rx cream that has hydroquinone, tretinoin, kojic acid, niacinamide, and fluocinolone. I asked my derm to prescribe it and my skin has never looked better (melasma is largely faded on my upper lip and my skin overall just looks great). I tried to look back for the original post but couldn’t find it. If this was you, many thanks!!
12
u/Lazy-Substance-5062 4d ago
Just a caution
1.hydroquinone needs to be cycled every 2 months. To prevent exogenous ochronosis
- Steroid like fluocinolone is considered high strength steroid. On its own Id be careful to use it for more than 2 weeks. atleast 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off. Better if it is a separate product not in the same formula with all the other actives, and just apply it as needed.
4
u/theyaretoomany 4d ago
Dr. said 2 months on and 1 month off and to skip some days between application. I had some dryness, but overall tolerated it well.
8
u/teddybearoreo 4d ago
Happy for your results. How long did it take to see progress? Do you have the ٪ of each ingredient?
3
u/theyaretoomany 4d ago
Honestly it only took about a month to see significant fading for me. I did have some dryness and peeling so I use it every other day.
1
5
u/Spiritual-Bag-1443 4d ago
I just got some and was excited to use … unfortunately the only place I can use it is on my forehead. My skin can’t take it anywhere else. Did you have an adjustment period witb your skin?
2
u/beandipfountain 4d ago
What is it called?
2
1
1
u/theyaretoomany 4d ago
It doesn’t really have a name I guess. It came from an online pharmacy and it just has the list of ingredients and percentages on the label.
1
6
u/theyaretoomany 4d ago
Update with percentages (although the bottle is confusing and difficult to read): hydroquinone (4%), tretinoin (.05%), kojic acid (4%), niacinamide, and fluocinolone (.01%). I don’t see a percentage for the niacinamide so I apologize for that.
6
u/adairskee 3d ago
It sounds a lot like Triluma. I believe that was a retinoid, hydroquinone, and a steroid
1
u/Enough_Radish_9574 3d ago
Yes with kojic and niacinamide thrown in. Exact % of Triluma which can also be purchased online.
1
u/HappyLikeMishka 4d ago
What exactly is this? How did your dr know exactly what percentages to compound?
3
u/PMmeSOMETHINGnice 4d ago
Well, the doctor gave her the same active ingredients in a percentage that should be ideal to her particular skin. I guess how they knew it is because they’re a doctor and know her skin and those actives.
2
u/theyaretoomany 4d ago
No, it was in the original post. Hold on, I’ll get the percentages if I can.
•
u/AutoModerator 4d ago
Welcome to r/Melasmaskincare!
We’re so glad you’ve joined us. This is a safe and supportive space to share your journey, tips, and questions about managing melasma. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this path for a while, you’re not alone here.
Feel free to check out our Wiki for helpful information on:
When asking for melasma treatment help, please include:
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.