Hydroquinone or a bleaching cream is mainly used by people as a skin-lightening product to remove dark circles and sun damage. The use of bleach as a beauty treatment is still not clear. Also, you could have certain side effects with the same.

Skin Irritation 

It can cause redness, itching, burning and other forms of irritation and can be too harsh for sensitive skin.

Skin Thinning

Overuse of bleach can cause skin irritation by making it thin and fragile, leading to increased sensitivity and other skin problems.

Sun Sensitivity

After Bleach, skin can feel sensitivity to the sun, increasing the risk of sunburn, sun damage and skin cancer.

Skin Discolouration 

Bleach can cause skin discolouration or a condition called ochronosis, which results in blue-black pigmentation of the skin.

Allergic Reactions

Bleach can also cause allergic reactions in some people, ranging from mild to severe. Do use bleach products with caution and only under professional or healthcare guidance.