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Bimatoprost (Latisse®)
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eyelash growth
• Use caution with any other eye products; May cause permanent discoloration of eyes |
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Eflornithine (Vaniqa®):
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reduction of unwanted facial hair
• not a depilatory agent, but rather a hair growth retarding drug; condition may return to 8 weeks after stopping |
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Minoxidil (Rogaine):
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Male pattern alopecia
• originally an anti-hypertensive agent; can be used in women; |
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Hydroquinone
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Removal pigmentation, Freckles, or Melasma
• effective for sun damage to the neck and upper chest; wear sunblock |
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Dihydroxyacetone:
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darken light or unpigmented areas of skin affected by vitiligo, scars, and other
• May stain hair or clothing when wet; wear sunscreen; |
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OnabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®):
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“Wrinkled face”
• BBB for infection & hypersensitivity; Only FDA approved cosmetic use is glabellar lines |
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Arbutin (Uva Ursi):
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skin-lightening
• Use should not exceed 7-10 days; May turn your urine green; derived from Bearberries |
