I have been reading some of the threads on skin lightening and didn't see too much about hyper pigmentation as it related to benoquin. I am white with an olive complexion. As a teen I lost a good amount of a weight fairly quickly which caused an imbalance that resulted in hyper pigmentation on my chin and various areas of the body. Through the years dermatologists have prescribed Hydroquinone products such as Lustra and Obagi, which had very little result. Skin peels are the next option according to the last dermatologist I went to. Before I take that step, I would like know if benoquin would help a problem such as mine? In no way do I want to change my entire complexion, just want to fade the darkened pigmentation so it will blend into my natural color.

Would benoquin work better than hydroquinone? If it does, will I be able to blend the dark spots into my natural skin color? Is there any other product that would be better to use for hyper pigmentation?

Any answer or advice would be much appreciated.

I have been reading some of the threads on skin lightening and didn't see too much about hyper pigmentation as it related to benoquin. I am white with an olive complexion. As a teen I lost a good amount of a weight fairly quickly which caused an imbalance that resulted in hyper pigmentation on my chin and various areas of the body. Through the years dermatologists have prescribed Hydroquinone products such as Lustra and Obagi, which had very little result. Skin peels are the next option according to the last dermatologist I went to. Before I take that step, I would like know if benoquin would help a problem such as mine? In no way do I want to change my entire complexion, just want to fade the darkened pigmentation so it will blend into my natural color.

Would benoquin work better than hydroquinone? If it does, will I be able to blend the dark spots into my natural skin color? Is there any other product that would be better to use for hyper pigmentation?

Any answer or advice would be much appreciated.

I will be waiting for responses on this thread, I'm in the same boat... I have hyperpigmentation, but I'm black. My goal is not to lighten my skin but to even it out. Hopefully people on here know...

Like me,but I´m white,and after 5 days using,I´m still waiting for results,till now... nothing.

Well Benoquine is said to be used for people with vitiligo and says cannot be expected to treat hyperpigmentation that does NOT result from melanin such as photosensitization (abnormally heightened reactivity of the skin to sunlight) I don't know about everything else but the research suggests you speak to your doctor.

I wonder what would happen if you used it VERY sparingly?

I read that monobenzone kill the Melanin production on the skin,if it kills melanin,your skin turns white,as melanin is the pigment of your skin,but at this time I´m not shore about anything.

I read that monobenzone kill the Melanin production on the skin,if it kills melanin,your skin turns white,as melanin is the pigment of your skin,but at this time I´m not shore about anything.

You might try Solage which is Mequinol/Tretinoin suppose to be one step below benoquin

Benoquin (mono) will completely and permanently depigment the skin. It will take years to completey depigment as well. It does not lighten evenly, you will have white patches and spots all over the body until you have completely depigmented. Personally, I wouldn't use it for hyperpigmentation because that will only ruin your skin and you will have to permanently whiten the entire complexion in order for it become even, as it works by permanently killing the melanin and you skin will look as though you have vitilago.

There are other alternatives such as microdermabrasion, Alpha Hydroxy Acids peels, laser treatments, can use along w/papaya kojic soap, Tretinoine (0.025%, 0.05% 0.1%), Intense Pulsed Light, to name a few. I would think that the Hydroquinone/Treinoine will work, but it will take time. Also, what percentage of sunblock do you use? Spf 70 or 85 are best, as I use the neutrogena. I'm still learning about Mequinol/Tretinoin, as I am unsure if it lightens evenly or in patches like mono.

Tak a look at these:
VITILIGO (http://www.squidoo.com/Vitigilo)

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http://pub.tv2.no/multimedia/na/archive/00532/Lee_Thomas_532120a.jpg

Thanks you for all the responses.

Golden_Girl - The doctor gave me SPF, but I can't remember the percentage. I used the hydroquinone for a couple of months with little success. Maybe I should have used it longer. Are any of the alternatives you mentioned available for home use?

Does anyone have any thoughts on Triluma?

To be honest, I don't believe that monobenzone, when diluted, will completely turn your skin white.

40% Monobenzone is the typical solution for people with vitiligo; removing the remainder melanocytes and melanin over the course of months or even years. However, by using a dilute such as 3-5%, you're expected to lose existing melanin, and decrease the activity of the melanocytes, with a low chance of truly killing off ALL melanocytes in the given area.

Keep in note that by using highly diluted solutions, the risk for skin damage, or mass skin lightening is also lowered. The process is much slower, and therefore your skin is not destroyed, but rather gets a chance to heal while maintaining a bit of loss.

A quick rephrase:

"you're expected to lose existing melanin"
-> You'll lose a shade depending on the amount of time you use it.

Thanks you for all the responses.

Golden_Girl - The doctor gave me SPF, but I can't remember the percentage. I used the hydroquinone for a couple of months with little success. Maybe I should have used it longer. Are any of the alternatives you mentioned available for home use?

Does anyone have any thoughts on Triluma?

I'm using the avon microdermabrasion for about a month and a half now. I see that my acne spots have lightened, it isn't anything dramatic though. I have read a lot that tretinoine (retin-A) works really well when used along with Hq. Also, what is your percentage of Hq do you use and do you use it once or twice daily? I'm still considering using the Hq with tretinoine for a few months to see how well it will work for me.

But yeah, Hq or any good lightener used with a good exfoliator will speed up the results because it will remove the dead skin cells and cause a faster cell turnover.

To be honest, I don't believe that monobenzone, when diluted, will completely turn your skin white.

40% Monobenzone is the typical solution for people with vitiligo; removing the remainder melanocytes and melanin over the course of months or even years. However, by using a dilute such as 3-5%, you're expected to lose existing melanin, and decrease the activity of the melanocytes, with a low chance of truly killing off ALL melanocytes in the given area.

Keep in note that by using highly diluted solutions, the risk for skin damage, or mass skin lightening is also lowered. The process is much slower, and therefore your skin is not destroyed, but rather gets a chance to heal while maintaining a bit of loss.


Lilgreg how has this method worked for you so far? Can we see your results?

Lilgreg1, Ok please keep us updated with your new regimine and how it works out.


Mariella, I talked with some of my friends and they say TCA peels are really good for hyperpigmentation as I have them on my elbows. So, I'm considering that option and which ones will work best.

I read that Obagi is really good, but it is only with prescription right? 8% seems to be a lot, I would be nervous to use.


What is "s w HG"?

I read that Obagi is really good, but it is only with prescription right? 8% seems to be alot, I would be nervous to use.


What is "s w HG"?

I used that as I told before for 2 years,and it really works,but the max produt concentration is 4%,more than that will cause serious demage on your skin.

One of the side efects are lots of acne.

Yeah I would prefer to use 4% Hq if I ever do decide to use it. I have oily acne prone skin my skin can be sensitive sometimes too, so I already have to work hard on keeping the acne away.

I feel you are afraid of using Hq.

Let me tell you, this stuff is really good,on the first appliances you will see your skin turn to some reddish tone,but with time(2 or 3 weeks),your skin will light and the reddish tone disappear.

Hmmm... yes I am a bit nervous with it. I have seen several people use it and had great experiences with it when used properly. So, I nolonger consider Hq "bad", as doctors prescribe to their patients and it can have many positive results when not abused.

Then I read and see photos about others who were later diagnosed with ochronosis due to the use of Hq. Or some people mentioning getting a very, very dark and unatural shade after the use of Hq. I would hate to be one of those unlucky few..

Hmmm....yes I am a bit nervous with it. I have seen several people use it and had great experiences with it when used properly. So, I nolonger consider Hq "bad", as doctors prescribe to their patients and it can have many positive results when not abused.

Then I read and see photos about others who were later diagnosed with ochronosis due to the use of Hq. Or some people mentioning getting a very, very dark and unatural shade after the use of Hq. I would hate to be one of those unlucky few..

I am speaking from personal experience. Do not waste your money on Obagi 4%, you are better off just buying a genaric 4% HQ product, they work the SAME, you are just paying for brand name. Obagi is like $87, it's just not worth it.

Little greg are you sure that's not a bad idea??

People are known to get immune to monobenzone over time... smaller quantities may be spelling trouble for yourself as your melanocytes may develop some form of resistance over time


I feel the same thing mstve happened ot me.. I have been using mono for over six months and its not helping me... at all ! My concentration is 10 per cent in the last two months 20 and its still not working..

I am speaking from personal experience. Do not waste your money on Obagi 4%, you are better off just buying a genaric 4% HQ product, they work the SAME, you are just paying for brand name. Obagi is like $87, it's just not worth it.

True. Generic would be a wiser choice. What was the average price you paid for yours and for how many ounces?

lil greg are you sure thats nto a bad idea ???

People are known to get immune to monobenzone over time... smaller quantities may be spelling trouble for yourself as your melanocytes may develop some form of resistance over time


I feel the same thing mstve happened ot me.. I have been using mono for over six months and its not helping me ... at all ! my concentration is 10 per cent in the last two months 20 and its still not working ..

It's possible that your body may react differently. For myself however, I've concluded that by using a separate maintainer such as Arbutin, it will work effectively.

The tyrosinase inhibiting properties prevent actual melanin from forming, while the mono in smaller proportions will hopefully "convince" my body that melanocytes should remain inactive as they are "attacked", without triggering an immunity within them. (Using small doses as not to trigger a rapid resistance.)

Good news is that I've received all the necessary ingredients to test this theory. I'll be posting news soon enough.