Fair skin, hyperpigmentation

[celestialwilson]

Hey everyone!

I have tried absolutely everything for my hyperpigmentation and acne scars on my face. I’ve tried toning, moisturizing, cleansing, but nothing helps to make my skin look super clear. Any suggestions? 

[quspork]

Depending on what products you're using right now, I'd recommend looking at vitamin C serums, but I'd check to make sure they're ascorbic acid (as opposed to derivatives). @celestialwilson 

[RAWRitsRED]

Hi @celestialwilson!

Vitamin C serums are great for hyperpigmentation.  I'm recently got the OLEHENRIKSEN Truth Serum® 1.7 oz/ 50 mL so I'm testing that out right now.  You can try The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum 2 oz/ 60 mL for acne scars.  I personally had a bad reaction to it but it's a super popular product.

Make sure to always wear sunscreen to prevent the hyperpigmentation from forming or darkening.

[jhe9488]

Retin A. That’ll work the best for all of the above issues but will require you to get a prescription. Also really need religious use for 3-6 months to get results. Otherwise alpha arbutin and hydroquinone (up to 2% without a prescription) products can fade hyperpigmentation. And L ascorbic acid (vitamin C) can help brighten up the complexion.