Originally Posted by
Golden_Girl
But wouldn't that burn? I thought mono burns?
Generally speaking, yes, it does burn, peel or irritate skin when in higher concentrations, such as 40% or above. However, using very low doses or dilutes between 1% all the way to about 10% will not burn, and at the very least, just tingle at first. I'd recommend starting at 3%, and gradually increasing it up to 5%.
For maximum results, use a skin lightening maintainer as well, such as Arbutin or Kojic Acid. The Monobenzone (when used once every 1 to 2 days) will decrease melanocyte activity and presence without too much harm, while the maintainer simply prevents the existing cells from producing more melanin via tyrosine, the actual skin darkener.