Pure Kojic Acid Skin Brightening Soap for Dark Spot&Glowing Skin, Moisturizing for Face&Body, Acne Scars, Melasma, Uneven Skin Tone with Tea Tree, Coconut Oil, SLS&Paraben Free, Vegan 2.82 oz (2 Bars)

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Vitamin C is also a tyrosinase inhibitor, and can lighten dark patches and neutralize free radicals to prevent dark spots from forming Sarkar R, Bansal S, Garg VK. Chemical peels for melasma in dark-skinned patients. J Cutan Aesthet Surg. 2012;5(4):247-253. doi:10.4103/0974-2077.104912 Use a sunscreen daily. Reapply it every 2 hours if you’re out in the sun — more frequently if you’re sweating or swimming. Davis EC, Callender VD. Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation: a review of the epidemiology, clinical features, and treatment options in skin of color. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2010;3(7):20-31. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2921758/ Kaufman BP, Aman T, Alexis AF. Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation: Epidemiology, Clinical Presentation, Pathogenesis and Treatment. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2018 Aug;19(4):489-503. doi:10.1007/s40257-017-0333-6

Licorice extract has glabridin, a chemical that has skin lightening properties and also prevents tyrosinase production, an enzyme that darkens the skin after sun exposure Main Benefits: Inhibits an enzyme necessary to produce melanin, helping to fade dark spots and discoloration. It also delivers some antioxidant protection.The best treatments are those that offer a low risk of inflammation such as skin lightening creams, retinoids, and light glycolic and salicylic acid peels.

verifyErrors }}{{ message }}{{ /verifyErrors }}{{ Hyperpigmentation can occur in any skin tone, but people of color are more prone to this skin condition due to the greater levels of melanin in their skin. Dark skin is more prone to developing postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma. Topical Corticosteroids on the Incidence of Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation After QsNdYAG Laser. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02492373 Barnes PJ. How corticosteroids control inflammation: Quintiles Prize Lecture 2005. Br J Pharmacol. 2006;148(3):245-254. doi:10.1038/sj.bjp.0706736 Home care also includes using sunscreen. Sunscreen is the single most important factor in improving most causes of hyperpigmentation. Look for:Owolabi JO, Fabiyi OS, Adelakin LA, Ekwerike MC. Effects of skin Lightening cream agents—Hydroquinone and kojic acid, on the skin of adult female experimental rats. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2020;13:283-289. doi:10.2147/CCID.S233185 Hakozaki T, Minwalla L, Zhuang J, Chhoa M, Matsubara A, Miyamoto K, Greatens A, Hillebrand GG, Bissett DL, Boissy RE. The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer. Br J Dermatol. 2002 Jul;147(1):20-31. doi:10.1046/j.1365-2133.2002.04834.x Huerth KA, Hassan S, Callender VD. Therapeutic Insights in Melasma and Hyperpigmentation Management. J Drugs Dermatol. 2019 Aug 1;18(8):718-729. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31424704/ In one clinical study niacinamide was shown to significantly decrease hyperpigmentation and increase skin lightness.

Prescription-strength options are another choice for those whose skin can tolerate them. They can provide faster results, and if you are under a dermatologist’s care, you would be well served as they can recommend combination therapy for greater efficacy.

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In one clinical trial, researchers found the incidence of PIH decreased by 40% after a topical corticosteroid was applied 2 days before and after ND:YAG laser treatment. How Often To Use It: This depends on what other ingredients it's compounded with and the concentration, but generally, it can be used daily.

Singh A, Yadav S. Microneedling: Advances and widening horizons. Indian Dermatol Online J. 2016;7(4):244-254. doi:10.4103/2229-5178.185468

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Al Qarqaz F, Al-Yousef A. Skin microneedling for acne scars associated with pigmentation in patients with dark skin. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2018 Jun;17(3):390-395. doi:10.1111/jocd.12520 day review IN progress! I recently bought the Kojiesan soap for hyperpigmentation on my face such as around my mouth and on my forehead. As of today I have begun using it twice a day, and I intend to update for the next 2 weeks to see if there is any effect which is promised by the soap. And then after one month. Microneedling involves superficial piercing of the skin with tiny needles which create small wounds. As they heal, collagen and elastin production are stimulated which evens skin tone. In one study, researchers found that microneedling was a safe and effective treatment for hyperpigmentation and showed significant improvements at week 4. Day 3: morning - I have increased the time to 40 seconds for the morning as my skin is tolerating the soap well. I notice my recent pimples getting smaller but not flatter just yet. My skin overall looks much more smooth but that could be because I have been moisturising after every application of the soap. To add, I also cleanse my face in the morning and evening to get rid of sunscreen / moisturisers THEN I apply the soap. Will update on the evening. Mid day update : I have noticed 2 pimples on my chin / jawline. Don’t know if it’s because of the soap or hormones as it’s that time of month in 6 days. Evening - I skipped using it in the evening as I believe I should use it only once today because my skin felt like it was getting a little sensitised. Phasha V, Senabe J, Ndzotoyi P, Okole B, Fouche G, Chuturgoon A. Review on the use of kojic acid—A skin-lightening ingredient. Cosmetics. 2022;9(3):64. doi:10.3390/cosmetics9030064