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Accept major insurances and cash-payHSA & FSA accepted; best-value for top quality careSame-day mental health, weight loss, and primary care appointments availableAccept major insurances and cash-payHydroquinone is a prescription topical skin-lightening agent FDA-approved to treat hyperpigmentation conditions such as melasma, chloasma, age spots, freckles, and other forms of skin discoloration.
Interested in getting evaluated for a hydroquinone prescription online? Connect with a licensed provider through Klarity Health and receive care in as little as 24 hours.* Providers will assess your symptoms and determine if hydroquinone or another treatment is appropriate.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy; a diagnosis, treatment, or prescription is not guaranteed.
You’re unique. And your needs are too. You deserve hyperpigmentation conditions treatment from a provider committed to you. That’s why you can find a hyperpigmentation conditions specialist on Klarity Health and access:
From an experienced, board-certified healthcare professional.
or in-person through treatment tailored to you**
Your information is private, secure, and 100% HIPAA compliant.
*Your provider will discuss treatment options with you, which may or may not include medication.
Klarity Health connects you with experienced, licensed providers who specialize in the treatment of hyperpigmentation conditions. Select your state to see available providers.
Ready to brighten skin more evenly? Getting started involves these steps:
Here’s how hydroquinone stacks up against other pigmentation treatments:
| Medication | Use Case | Side Effects | Cost (Generic) | Application |
| Hydroquinone 4% cream | Hyperpigmentation (melasma, freckles) | Mild irritation, risk of ochronosis | Moderate (~$44/28 g) | Topical twice daily |
| Tri‑Luma (combo) | Severe melasma | Similar + steroid effects | High (~$272/30 g) | Topical once daily |
| Tretinoin (0.025% gel) | Acne, mild pigmentation | Dryness, peeling | ~$41/20 g | Topical once daily |
| Azelaic acid | Rosacea, pigmentation | Burning, itching | Comparable | Topical twice daily |
Hydroquinone is among the most effective topical agents for skin lightening. However, it carries a higher risk of irritation and long-term complications than alternatives like azelaic acid or tretinoin. Tri-Luma offers combined benefits but is significantly more expensive.
Read through stories from real patients who received treatment from healthcare providers on Klarity.
*Appointments are generally available within 24 hours. Free initial consultations are available only with select providers. Prescriptions, particularly for controlled substances, may require an in-person evaluation depending on the state of residence and current federal regulations.
The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional with any questions or concerns you have regarding your health. Providers on Klarity Health are independent practitioners with clinical autonomy. Nothing in this article is intended to diagnose or treat any condition, including guaranteeing prescription medication of any kind or dosage. Not all providers on Klarity Health prescribe all medications, particularly medications that are controlled substances.