Skin Care

6 Ways to Brighten Your Skin

Skin-brightening products are selling like crazy all across the country. Find out why they're so popular -- and determine which one is right for you

by Dawn Davis

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Try enzymes for dark spots If you're looking to lighten some serious dark spots, your dermatologist might suggest a product that contains hydroquinone. However, there's been a lot of controversy surrounding this ingredient, which has been banned in several countries because of nasty side effects, such as excessive redness, dryness, and burning sensation when applied. Fusco recommends Elure Advanced Skin Lightening Lotion, $150, as an alternative that works just as well. The key ingredient is a mushroom-derived enzyme called Melanozyme, which breaks down melanin (dark pigment) in your skin. Clinical data shows a change in just seven days. "I tell my patients that they'll probably need to go through two bottles before they see dramatic results," says Fusco. But the lack of side effects makes it worth the wait.

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great ideas

by rna Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 01:43PM Report as inappropriate

I meant positively radiant..lol

by milly1080 Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 06:24PM Report as inappropriate

The Aveeno Totally Radient Line is excellent. It gets rid of blemishes and even outs your skin tone. You get alot of bang for your buck!

by milly1080 Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 06:19PM Report as inappropriate

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is a highly effective, non-toxic way to rid skin of brown spots. It should be used more often. I think that the best way to brighten skin is from the inside out--ingest these nutrients as well as putting them on your face! You'll be amazed what a nutrient-tweak to your diet can do!

by GigiSD Friday, March 8, 2013 at 05:54PM Report as inappropriate