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| Dr. Farhan Rasool Specialist, Dermatology |
THE NATIONAL
December 3, 2017
Updated: December 3, 2017 06:45 PM
UAE bans skin
whitening creams containing cancer-linked ingredient
Faiza beauty cream
and Unitone 4 White are no longer available due to possible complications
from the use of hydroquinone.
“Hydroquinone, without the supervision of a doctor, could lead to severe consequences and disfigurement. Moreover, there are several studies showing that hydroquinone may act as a carcinogen in rodents,” said Dr Farhan Rasool, a specialist dermatologist at Universal Hospital.
“It is important for buyers [of skin whitening cream] to check if hydroquinone is listed as an ingredient. If it is, then take it under a doctor’s supervision so that if any potential side effects develop then we can recognise it and manage it. We understand that having fair and clear skin is very important to many women, but their health is more important,” he said.
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