Hyperpigmentation Ingredients

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Great

A vitamin B3 that fades dark spots, shrinks pores, and balances oil.

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Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

Good

Pure vitamin C that brightens dull spots and firms skin's look.

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Retinol

Good

Retinol is a vitamin A form that smooths lines and evens out skin tone.

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Azelaic Acid

Great

Clears breakouts, fades dark marks, and smooths skin's texture.

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Resveratrol

Good

Resveratrol is a plant antioxidant that helps skin look brighter and calmer.

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Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether (Vitamin C)

Good

A gentler vitamin C form that brightens and protects skin.

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Kojic Acid

Good

A brightening ingredient that fades dark spots and evens out tone.

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Tranexamic Acid

Good

Helps fade dark spots and blotchiness for a more even skin tone.

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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Good

Licorice root extract that fades dark spots and brightens the complexion.

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Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract

Good

Licorice root extract that brightens skin and softens the look of spots.

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Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C)

Good

A stable vitamin C form that brightens skin and fights free radicals.

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Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)

Good

An oil-friendly vitamin C that helps brighten skin and stays stable.

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Arctostaphylos Uvaursi (Bear Berry) Leaf Extract

Fair

Bearberry leaf extract that fades dark spots and evens tone.

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Ascorbyl Glucoside (Vitamin C)

Fair

A gentle vitamin C derivative that slowly brightens skin tone.

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Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Extract

Fair

Daisy extract used to help even out skin tone and add radiance.

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Morus Bombycis (Mulberry) Root Extract

Fair

A mulberry root extract that targets dark spots and dullness.

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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Rhizome Extract

Good

Turmeric root extract that evens tone and protects against stress.

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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract

Good

Turmeric root extract that brightens skin and fights oxidative stress.

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Titanium Dioxide

Great

A mineral sunscreen filter that blocks UV rays and brightens formulas.

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3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Good

A stable vitamin C that brightens skin and fades dark spots.

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4-Ethylresorcinol

Good

Fades the look of dark spots and evens out skin tone over time.

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Acetyl Glucosamine

Good

Boosts hydration and helps fade uneven tone, especially with niacinamide.

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Alpha-Arbutin

Good

Fades dark spots and evens out skin tone gently over time.

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Avobenzone

Good

A sunscreen filter that absorbs UVA rays to prevent sun damage.

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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Good

Avobenzone, a sunscreen filter that blocks aging UVA rays.

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Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

Good

An oil-soluble BHA that smooths texture and clears pores.

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Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

Good

A stable vitamin C form that brightens skin and fights dullness.

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Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Good

A sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB rays to help prevent sunburn.

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Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract

Good

A licorice root extract that soothes skin and evens out tone.

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Hexylresorcinol

Good

A brightening ingredient that helps fade dark spots and fights free radicals.

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Isobutylamido Thiazolyl Resorcinol

Good

A synthetic ingredient that may fade the look of dark spots.

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Lactic Acid

Good

An AHA that gently exfoliates for smoother, brighter-looking skin.

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Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Good

A gentle vitamin C form that brightens skin and fades dark spots.

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Mandelic Acid

Good

An almond-derived acid that gently exfoliates and fades dark spots.

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Maritime Pine (Pinus Pinaster) Bark Extract

Good

A pine bark extract rich in antioxidants that helps even out skin tone.

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Octinoxate

Good

A UVB sunscreen filter that helps shield skin from sunburn and spots.

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Octisalate

Good

A UVB sunscreen filter that helps prevent sunburn and sun-triggered spots.

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Octocrylene

Good

A UV filter that protects skin from sun damage and dark spots.

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Pentylene Glycol Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Good

A licorice-based blend that fades dark spots and calms redness.

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Phenylethyl Resorcinol

Good

A brightening ingredient that helps fade dark spots and uneven tone.

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Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract

Good

Amla fruit extract that fades dark spots and defends against stress.

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Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate

Good

An azelaic acid derivative that evens tone and controls shine.

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Retinal

Good

A potent vitamin A form that smooths texture and fades dark spots.

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Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Extract

Good

Raspberry seed extract brightens tone and fights free radicals.

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Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Good

Baikal skullcap extract brightens tone and calms sensitive skin.

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Stay-C 50

Good

A stable vitamin C form that brightens and evens out skin tone.

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Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu) Fruit Extract

Good

Kakadu plum extract prized for natural vitamin C that helps brighten skin.

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Tetrahydrobisdemethoxydiferuloylmethane

Good

A turmeric-derived antioxidant that helps even out dull, uneven-looking skin.

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Tetrahydrodiferuloylmethane

Good

A stable turmeric compound that fights free radicals and evens skin tone.

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2-Mercaptonicotinoyl Glycine

Fair

May fade dark spots and dullness for a brighter, more even look.

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3-O-Cetyl Ascorbic Acid

Fair

An oil-friendly vitamin C that brightens dull, uneven-looking skin.

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Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate

Fair

A stable vitamin C that fights daily damage and brightens tone.

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Arbutin

Fair

Fades dark spots and evens out tone, though results vary.

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Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract

Fair

A root extract used to brighten and even out skin tone.

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Cetyl Tranexamate Mesylate

Fair

An oil-soluble form of tranexamic acid aimed at fading dark spots.

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Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract

Fair

Nutgrass root extract that may fade dark spots and even tone.

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Diglucosyl Gallic Acid

Fair

A gallic acid derivative aimed at evening tone and fading dark spots.

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Dimethoxytolyl Propylresorcinol

Fair

A brightening ingredient aimed at fading dark spots and evening tone.

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Ellagic Acid

Fair

A fruit-derived antioxidant that may help fade uneven tone.

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Gallatyl Glucoside

Fair

A gallic acid derivative that offers antioxidant and tone-evening support.

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Gallyl Glucoside

Fair

A plant-derived antioxidant that may help fade the look of dark spots.

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Glutathione

Fair

A cellular antioxidant that may help even out tone and add radiance.

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Hexapeptide-2

Fair

A lab-made peptide that may help fade dark spots for a more even tone.

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Homosalate

Fair

A sunscreen ingredient that absorbs UVB rays to help prevent sunburn.

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Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Fair

A gentle retinoid that smooths texture and evens out skin tone.

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Kojic Dipalmitate

Fair

An oil-soluble form of kojic acid that helps fade dark spots.

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Mitracarpus Scaber Extract

Fair

An herbal extract used to fade dark spots for a more even tone.

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Morus Alba Bark Extract

Fair

A mulberry bark extract used to soften the look of dark spots.

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Morus Alba Root Extract

Fair

A mulberry root extract used to brighten skin and fade discoloration.

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Morus Nigra (Mulberry) Root Extract

Fair

A black mulberry root extract used to even out blotchy skin tone.

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N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Fair

A stabilizing ingredient sometimes paired with tone-evening actives.

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Nonapeptide-1

Fair

A lab-made peptide used to fade dark spots and even out tone.

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Oligopeptide-68

Fair

A peptide aimed at fading the look of dark spots and blotchiness.

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Oxybenzone

Fair

A chemical sunscreen filter that absorbs UVB and some UVA rays.

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Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract

Fair

White peony root extract that helps even tone and calm skin.

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Pancratium Maritimum Extract

Fair

Sea daffodil extract used to help fade dark spots and dullness.

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Peumus Boldus Leaf Extract

Fair

Boldo leaf extract that offers antioxidants and helps even skin tone.

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Saururus Chinensis Extract

Fair

This plant extract may fade dark spots and fight free radicals.

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White Mulberry (Morus Alba) Leaf Extract

Fair

Mulberry leaf extract used to even skin tone and add antioxidants.

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