Retinol is one of the many different types of retinoids (the umbrella term for all vitamin-A derivatives) that can be found in skin care products. After using it the first time, my skin felt very clean—not stripped—and the physical exfoliation from the sponge left me so soft and smooth. If you have dark marks, suffer from acne and have oily skin, use the Clear Skin Cleansing Bar. If you don’t suffer from oily skin or acne but have discolorations or want a brighter, more even-toned complexion, use the Even Tone Cleansing Bar. It is important to remember that all three of our cleansing bars help improve the look of uneven skin tone, so choose your bar based on your skin type.

Yes! SPF or sunscreen should be applied every morning as the final step in your skincare routine and before sun exposure. No matter your skin tone, everyone’s skin needs to be protected from the sun’s harmful UV rays even when it’s cloudy. Not to mention, a daily SPF can also protect your skin from the visible signs of aging and hyperpigmentation. Are you tired of sunscreens that leave a white or purple cast on your skin? We feel your pain and created this product just for you! Our Complexion Protection Moisturizer SPF 30 is an innovative formula with chemical and mineral actives to provide advanced SPF 30 protection alongside skin-loving ingredients to nourish your skin. As someone with parched, dry skin, I have a hard time finding cleansers that clean my skin without leaving it parched or stripped of its natural oils. Because this cleanser is in a bar format, it doesn't include a lot of added ingredients to make it liquid. In fact, two of the first three ingredients in the bar are nourishing coconut oil and moisturizing safflower oil. Salicylic acid can also dissolve keratin, a protein that acts as a “glue” to keep dead skin cells together in the stratum corneum. This is effective because dead skin cells can build up on the surface of the skin, leaving it dull and possibly clogging pores. Formulyst makes it easy to create your own skincare routine. Each skincare concern is assigned a number, and your personal combination will be just as unique as you (and your skin) are. All you have to do is find your formula, and follow the numbers.Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that is oil soluble, which means it can penetrate deep into the pores of the skin. After entering the pores, salicylic acid exfoliates the pore lining, which loosens clogged dirt and oil and helps to wash these impurities away. Melanin” is a group of pigments, produced by cells called melanocytes, in the lower level of the epidermis that determine the color of skin and hair. Uneven skin tones develop when excess melanin is produced in the skin:

Ascorbic acid (vitamin C), applied topically, has been proven to impede melanin production, fading dark spots and creating a more even complexion One reason that Urban Skin Rx products stand out is because they include higher concentrations of active ingredients. Three of the most common, and most important, key ingredients used throughout the product line are kojic acid, salicylic acid, and retinol. Urban Skin Rx offers a diverse selection of products for diverse skin tones, including products for acne, aging, dark spots/uneven tone, dryness/eczema, large pores, oily skin, under eye circles, ingrown hairs, sensitive skin, and even products that are safe to use during pregnancy. I use the cleanser twice a day every day—in the morning as a light cleanser, and at night after taking off my makeup. I used the Even Tone Cleansing Bar—it's gentle, effective, and fun to use for all skin types.Numerous studies have proven that retinol can minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve uneven skin tone, restore skin firmness, and shrink the appearance of enlarged pores. In addition to kojic acid, this Urban Skin Rx serum includes two other primary ingredients that work synergistically to reduce dark spots and even the skin tone:

The Clear Skin Cleansing Bar’s effectiveness comes from ingredients like salicylic acid and sulfur, which are known to help clear excess oil from the pores. It also contains a blend of ingredients proven to reduce dark spots and even skin coloration. This product should be used on the entire face to avoid blotches from spot treatments; however, if marks are especially stubborn, you can alternate between spot treating and applying to the full face. If I have dark marks and acne, do I use the Clear Skin Cleansing Bar or the Even Tone Cleansing Bar?

About the Brand: Urban Skin RX launched with a mission to create clinical strength skincare that was inclusive of darker skin tones. Its lineup of cleansers, serums, moisturizers, and tools targets an array of skin concerns such as uneven skin tone, dark spots, and blemishes. About My Skin: Slightly dull and sun-damaged An even distribution of extra melanin presents as tanned skin, but the overproduction of melanin can also disperse upward in clumps that appear as dark spots and uneven skin tone.

To be clear, acne scars, texture, and pigmentation are completely normal and natural—but that doesn't make it any more fun to experience. Though my fear of letting people see me without makeup on has faded, my thirteen years of acne scars have not. We recommend this product only be used at night since it contains Retinol and other ingredients that make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Make sure to wear an SPF 30 or higher during the day. Arbutin is a common alternative to skin lightening hydroquinone, and is the star ingredient in Formulyst’s Luminous Skin Serum, which zeroes in on skin discoloration and hyperpigmentation. The serum is powered by Triple Brightening Technology, a powerful blend of naturally derived alpha arbutin, rumex extract (a plant that helps stop the production of melanin) and a biomimetic peptide. For sensitive skin, we recommend that you try our Even Tone Gentle Gel Cleanser. You could also try using this bar without the exfoliating sponge.

This award-winning formula is boosted with our ClearTone Advanced Technology®, featuring Kojic Acid, Azelaic Acid and Niacinamide to brighten skin and improve the appearance of dark spots. Lightly scented with Licorice Root, this daily cleanser promotes even skin tone while leaving skin feeling soothed and smelling fresh.