As a bonus, we barely used any product to see these results because we only needed to apply a small drop of the serum to see it spread evenly across our problem areas. Aloe Vera - Aloe vera has aloin, a natural depigmenting component known to lighten dark patches on the skin. What We Love: Unlike a traditional drop applicator, the Hero Cosmetics wand used a metal ball applicator that allowed us to apply the antioxidant-rich serum close to the creases of our under eyes without worrying about irritation Qure’s own 8-week clinical study on their LED Light Therapy Mask found that 97% of users were satisfied with the results. Of those users, 87% reported smoother facial wrinkles and fine lines, 91% had improved skin tone and enhanced smoothness, and 83% saw a reduction in acne breakouts.

Thawabteh AM, Jibreen A, Karaman D, Thawabteh A, Karaman R. Skin Pigmentation Types, Causes and Treatment-A Review. Molecules. 2023;28(12):4839. Published 2023 Jun 18. doi:10.3390/molecules28124839 Many skincare formulations contain collagen, claiming it stimulates collagen synthesis and gives skin elasticity, resilience, and durability. However, inadequate evidence is available to prove that applying topical collagen can improve collagen growth. According to studies, consuming it orally through tablets and supplements may be more beneficial. Glabridin works by inhibiting the production of melanin. After repeated application, the outer layer of the darker skin is replaced by lighter skin. Glycyrrhiza glabra has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, therefore, it can soothe the skin and provide protection against environmental free radicals. You’ll find licorice root extract is the Good Molecules Niacinamide Brightening Toner and a few other Good Molecules products. The active components in licorice extract are glabridin and glycyrrhiza glabra. There is no complete ingredient list, so it is impossible to know if this product contains toxins or allergens.

Licorice extract is obtained from the root of Glycyrrhiza Glabra. It has several benefits for the skin:

In our opinion, Good Molecules products deliver value for money, but it is worthwhile looking at brands that are committed to developing clean yet effective products. Especially brands that don’t require you to sacrifice your precious time or money. What We Love: Eadem was founded to support deeper skin tones and only uses sensitive-skin-friendly ingredients to target stubborn hyperpigmentation.Yet, what was more surprising was how well the formula cleared up our acne in spite of the fact that we stopped using our prescribed tretinoin. As we braced ourselves for an expected breakout, like around the time of our menstrual cycle, we were overjoyed when our skin remained as clear as ever. As it turns out, research shows that azelaic acid works just as well in controlling acne, if not better, than tretinoin, and it’s less abusive, meaning not only were we experiencing fewer breakouts, but our skin was less aggravated, too. Also, silybum marianum fruit, a plant-based extract that mitigates oil production, also helped inhibit new pimples from emerging, contributing to our renewed, refreshed complexions. The innovation behind this lies in its emission of high-intensity electromagnetic pulses, revolving in a circular motion at an impressive speed of 2600 rpm. This dynamic action compels muscular contractions, effectively simulating the exertion of 20,000 crunches within merely 30 minutes. This groundbreaking approach accomplishes what was previously considered unattainable: fortifying muscle fibers in an extraordinarily condensed timeframe. Notably, the consequential reduction of fat by 19 percent serves as an added bonus, a scientifically established outcome that notably benefits heart health. Don’t expect any kind of sorcery—as with most skincare products, I didn’t wake up to a magical overnight transformation. Rather, I noticed my hyperpigmentation slightly started fading after about a week or so. Here’s the 30 days before and after. We had high, arguably unrealistic, expectations entering this test, and a long list of what we wanted from a dark spot corrector, including everything from fading stubborn acne scars to balancing our complexion’s texture and tone. Oh, and we wanted these wishes granted fast — to our delight, the PCA Skin Hydroquinone-Free Pigment Gel Face Serum fulfilled our dreams on all of these fronts.