No, qei+ lotion doesn't contain hydroquinone as it's ingredients include Nourishing Elego Phyto Naturel, Alpha Isomethyllonone, Vitamins, Carotene, Licorice Extract, Citrus Limonum, Sambucus Nigra, Tilia Cordata, Betula Alba, Butyrospermum Parki, Moris Nigra, Sodium Lactate and Ethylhexyl Methoxy Cinnamate.