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Skin Facts! What You Need to Know About Skin Lightening Products

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The FDA’s Skin Facts! Initiative alerts consumers of potentially harmful over-the-counter (OTC) skin products containing hydroquinone or mercury. These products are not FDA approved for over-the-counter sale and are sometimes called skin lightening products. Stay tuned for more Skin Facts! educational materials.
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