Clariderm is an ointment that can be used to gradually lighten brown spots on the skin, but should only be used on medical advice.
This ointment can also be found generically or with other trade names, such as Claripel or Solaquin, and can be purchased from pharmacies and drugstores, with a price ranging from 10 to 30 reais.
- Clariderm ointment is indicated to gradually lighten skin imperfections such as acne.
- Melasma.
- Chloasma.
- Freckles.
- Lemon spots followed by sun exposure.
- Age spots.
- Chickenpox spots.
- Lentigo and other conditions where dark spots appear on the skin.
A thin layer of cream should be applied to the stained area twice a day, morning and evening, once the skin is clean and dry, then apply an SPF 50 sunscreen to protect the skin from the sun and prevent stains from getting worse, which can compromise the effectiveness of the product.
With the use of hydroquinone in the form of ointment problems can arise, such as contact dermatitis, hyperpigmentation in case of sun exposure, dark spots on the nails, slight burning sensation and redness of the skin.In addition, prolonged use of hydroquinone for more than 2 months may cause dark brown or blue-black spots to appear on the applied areas.
When using clariderm with other products containing benzoyl, hydrogen peroxide or baking soda, dark spots may appear on the skin, and to remove these spots, you should stop using these substances together.
Clariderm ointment should not be used in people who are hypersensitive to any component of the formula.
In addition, hydroquinone is counterserved during pregnancy, lactation, children under 12 years of age, irritated skin, large areas of the body and in case of sunburn.