Isn't it so annoying how celebs have access to the best team of beauty gurus (aestheticians, makeup artists, hairstylists, nutritionists, personal trainers, stylists, etc., etc.) that money can buy? Consequently, they have such seemingly flawless, glowing skin. (BTW, did you ever see that film "Stardust" where Claire Danes plays a star -- as in a celestial object -- and her character actually glowed when she fell in love? Sorry, I digress.)

But you're in luck because the readers of Total Beauty have tested the good, the bad, and the sometimes-worthless products for you, including these 10 best and worst skin brightening/lightening products. The first step to a stunning complexion is an even skin tone, so we've separated the ones that yield glow from the meh ones. Try one of the winners, then go flaunt your radiance.

The Worst:

No. 4: Ambi Fade Cream, $4.99

One reader writes: "I put on my first application as instructed and hours later my face starting burning." Need more reasons not to use this product? Read more reviews here.

No. 3: Bremenn Research Labs Lumedia Facial Brightener, $80

A reader laments: "I have been using this product for at least six months to give it a fair chance, but I really don't see a difference in my complexion." Also, see what's up with the scent of the product.

See the rest of the worthless here.

The Best:

No. 6: Shiseido White Lucent Brightening Moisturizing Cream, $59

"This is my miracle in a jar," raves one reader. See what happened after only two days for her.

No. 5: Shiseido White Lucent Concentrated Brightening Serum, $120

If you feel "hopeless" about your post acne scars or sun spots, readers say this product is "made for you." See what it exactly does for dark spots.

See what else made our best list here.

• Think all celebs have great complexions? Think again -- check out photos of stars with the best and worst skin here.

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