Is it just me, or did we all think our skin problems would dissolve post-puberty after finally nipping acne in the bud? Never did I imagine I’d be a late twenty-something still on the search for formulas that would reveal “the perfect skin,” but alas, enter: acne scars, discoloration and more. Naturally, I’ve been on a hunt for key items to address the issue and now I present to you, a few skincare products that actually work against hyperpigmentation and more.
Anyone in the market is sure to find a solution for them out of the nine skincare items below, and there are a number of variations to fit your preference. Whether its your preferred active ingredient (think Vitamin C, niacinamide or retinol), a preferred consistency, such as gel-based versus, cream-based, or form of treatment, such as daytime and makeup friendly, or a formula meant to be used overnight. There are options across a range of price-points as well. Either way, these formulas are totally worth the buy. Shop them all below.
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NEUTROGENA® Stubborn Marks PM Treatment
NEUTROGENA® Stubborn Marks PM Treatment uses retinol to encourage natural exfoliation overnight, targeting not just hyperpigmentation, but acne scars as well.Available at Aamzon
Yes, it’s worth the steep price. Boasting results in as early as two weeks, the brand reports 60 percent average improvement in the appearance of stubborn brown patches.Available at Amazon
Formulated with 15 percent pure Vitamin C, this intricate serum formula caters to both the water-loving and oil-loving parts of the skin for optimal absorption.Available at DEZI Skin
Created by dermatologists of color for people with melanin-rich skin, this specially-formulated serum exfoliates while combatting discoloration.Available at Ulta
The INKEY List Tranexamic Acid Hyperpigmentation Treatment
Fans of gel-based products will love this vegan, overnight treatment. With tranexamic acid and Vitamin C-fueled, the formula works while you sleep to erase signs of hyperpigmentation over time.Available at Sephora
A problem-solving sunscreen? Packed with niacinamide, this makeup-friendly formula targets dark spots while fighting against UV rays.Available at Sephora
