TOP 10 Ingredients to FADE HYPERPIGMENTATION| Dr Dray

[@meckismicki]

The best investment I have made was to have all my windows replaced with UV filtered windows. This is my forever home, so the money invested was worth it to me. It saves furniture, paint, art, floors, and yes skin.

[@nonamonsod]

Thank you for this great idea!

[@ahappyfrenchtoast2669]

This is such a great idea. I will try it when I have my own home. Thank you

[@dikshaml5507]

This is a great idea !

[@meckismicki]

@Kat M 🥰

[@meckismicki]

@@nonamonsod ,🥰

[@izzhakeem9208]

As an asian, we really care about skin brightening. A lot of my skincare products contain the ingredients mentioned. These are what i've used. All of these are Korean products except The Ordinary. It's not i don't use western skincare at all, but when it comes to brightening product, it seems that asian skincare have more potent brightening ingredient 😅 I have tons of products that i have tried but i list down products that have the mentioned ingredients located at top 5 in their ingredient list. ... Vitamin C: Tia'm C Source Serum (Contain 20% L-ascorbic acid), Some By Mi Yuja Niacin Serum (Contain 82.3% Yuja fruit) Hydroquinone: Cos De Baha 2% Hydroquinone Brightening Serum. Kojic Acid: Cos De Baha 2% Hydroquinone Brightening Serum. Azelaic Acid: Cos De Baha 10% Azelaic Acid Serum. Vitamin A: The Ordinary Retinol. Salicylic Acid: Cosrx Blackhead Power Liquid (4% Natural BHA consists of willow bark water as the 1st ingredient and Betaine Salicylate as the 3rd), Cos De Baha Salacylic Acid BHA 4% Serum Licorice Root: Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner (This have 10% Licorice root extract as 2nd ingredient after water). Niacinamide: Tia'm 10% Niacinamide+2% Arbutin, The Ordinary 10% Niacinamide+1% Zinc. Sunscreen: Purito Centella Green Level Unscented ... The most powerful brightening product goes to Cos De Baha Hydroquinone Brightening Serum. This serum alone contains a lot of actives mainly for brightening which is 2% Hydroquinone, 4% Azelaic Acid, 4% Niacinamide, Kojic Acid, Salacylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid. I used this for spot treatment and it works wonder😭 ... Sorry, most of them are unfamiliar to you, but i suggest you to try them since they are very cheap yet effective!!! If you don't know what to choose among the list, I suggest you to try Tia'm C Source Serum, Cos De Baha Hydroquinone Brightening Serum and Cos De Baha Azelaic Acid Serum. The Tia'm C Source Serum is for people who are familiar with vitamin C as it's too potent. Otherwise, i suggest you to try their niacinamide one as it did brightened my friend's face significantly while he has sensitive skin. Hope it helps whoever read this 😁

[@patrickchen7898]

Very informative!

[@mariac.4818]

Thank you for sharing! 🙏

[@maribelcarrillo9397]

Do you buy them online ?

[@izzhakeem9208]

@@maribelcarrillo9397 i bought all of them online 😊

[@arlenecox6208]

Your product is none existent.

[@jkheyyy828]

here are the ingredients dr dray mentioned and their time stamp: vitamin c - 0:45 hydroquinone - 3:21 kojic acid - 5:41 soy - 7:30 azelaic acid - 9:36 topical vitamin a - 11:39 salicylic acid - 13:35 licorice root - 14:50 niacinamide - 17:08 sunscreen - 19:15 to sum it up, sunscreen is the most important!

[@dekalogue]

💙💙💙

[@brendasalem3069]

Sunscreen prevents it, the other ingredients actually correct it, see the difference

[@ninamn2829]

Thank you so much

[@jomel6838]

Thank you!

[@AM-wq7dx]

@@brendasalem3069 Sunscreen doesn't prevent red inflamed pimples from leaving a mark.

[@bougieonabudget326]

The best thing to come out of this year is me discovering Dr.Dray

[@patrickj1066]

Right after discovering Dr. Dre.

[@28peruvian]

Thanks to Dr Dray I switched from expensive skin care creams, La Prairie, to Cerave and other pharmacy brands and my skin still looks amazing. Needless to say I’m saving a ton of money.❤️

[@kristynmckenna5537]

Azelaic acid has been my best friend throughout pregnancy!

[@erinnicolefranco6807]

Thanks for sharing! This is the first pregnancy that I’ve experienced hyper pigmentation and I’ve just been doing vitamin C

[@kristynmckenna5537]

Erin Nicole Franco yes give it a try. I use the ordinary and it’s been fantastic!

[@kristynmckenna5537]

J.Marlene I use it just at night time. I sometimes use glycolic acid in the am if I’m not being lazy 😂

[@LilBoPeep777]

@J.Marlene what brand are you using? Maybe the percentage isn't very high. I use the brand Timeless, the Vitamin C. Goto a youtuber video by Hot and Flashy. She has a promo code for a discount on the Timeless website. Make sure you get it from the website directly because you can trust that it is fresh. Vitamin C products can be go bad.

[@laurawashere]

Thanks for this!

[@Adistmin]

i love the lighting of your room, it's feel cozy and aesthetic at the same time

[@neha6687]

I love and salute this woman for taking such initiative to educate people around the world about cosmetics.. to be honest she is a dermatologist and popular one she doesn’t even have to do social media stuff for earnings.. but hats off to her for uploading daily videos and recommending products all around the world .. not only US products .. so that we can use better products and save our money.

[@Shauna.l.j]

Since my early twenties I have never walked out of the house without an SPF of at least 30. It pays off..I am almost 40 and people mistake me me for 30 sometimes. I have no wrinkles and dont buy any expensive products but starting to use Retinol now only. Sunscreen is crucial

[@kims3431]

Great vlog. In my mid 20s a friend told me about sun damage caused by light coming thru windows. Asked me to compare driver’s side of my nose (left here in the US), to the other. Was astonished by the difference between the two sides and have been wearing sunscreen ever since. Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

[@brendalinnell6570]

This is my torment, my skin hyperpigments just from a bite or scratch

[@yayyadi25]

Go watch Dr Vanita Rattan. Her channel is all about hyperigmentation. Her and Dr Dray have saved my skin!

[@SamMKKK]

Anaita Naskar - Same! I inadvertently scratched the skin on my chest - teeny, painless scratch - a few weeks ago. I noticed today that it had healed into a mini keloid (???) and scar. Sigh.

[@brendalinnell6570]

@@yayyadi25 I do. This season they are my morning routines. Dr. Dray, Dr. Rattan and Hot and Flashy. I've learned that not all of these rec. are what work for me. i.e. daytime actives no no

[@namecantbeblankbitches]

Same.

[@ellenrole4420]

Dr. Dray, would these products also help to lighten dark patches on the knees?

[@weihan5366]

adapalene works like a magic. And it’s very affordable.

[@flxwercxrpse1871]

Im guessing you have used it so im very curious, what exact product did you use and how long did it take to see results? I have hyperpigmentation around my mouth and some sun damage freckles under my eyes and even my lips :(

[@yume816]

@@flxwercxrpse1871 I think she is referring to Differin. Personally for me, it works only for new blemishes and hyperpigmentation.

[@batrisyia9856]

i really wanna try aadapalene but im scared of the purging phase :(

[@chanelb6050]

@@batrisyia9856 I've been using it for a few weeks now and no purging for me. Not everybody experiences it. And with the improvement I've seen it, it's worth trying.

[@nabihaschowdhury]

yuno kun I think if you slowly incorporate it into your routine, starting off maybe once week or once every 2-3 days, it maybe could reduce the chance of purging

[@briterry4961]

It's the sunscreen for me! I knew I wasn't crazy when I started wearing sunscreen and noticed my hyper pigmentation was lightening when I'd take it off. I always heard about the protection and prevention of hyper pigmentation that sunscreen offered, but I was so glad to hear it's ingredients actually help lighten dark spots. It's a no brainer for me now!

[@sian1000]

What sunscreen do you use?

[@cindiep2580]

Bri Terry sunscreen name??

[@JennyOwnzable]

Can you name the sunscreen? Also, how is your hyperpigmentation 1 year later after typing this comment?

[@susanmcf1]

Sun damage in the form of age spots is my number one concern. This video is very helpful. I recently added tretinoin to my skincare, a stronger niacinamide serum and switched from a 30 spf mineral to a 50 spf chemical and am seeing improvement in my overall skin appearance.

[@BarbieBuiltBullies]

Could you list product names you’re using I have bad hyperpigmentation.

[@susanmcf1]

@@BarbieBuiltBullies I've not been successful lessening hyperpigmentation in the past year.

[@chazhawthorne102]

@@susanmcf1 Have u used the ferulic acid

[@susanmcf1]

@@chazhawthorne102 Yes

[@annannya1356]

@@BarbieBuiltBullies I've been observing my hyperpigmentation fading a little recently. My neck was really bad, it started lightening a few days after I started using thick moisturiser on it. For my face, I can't point out an ingredient, but my routine now includes retinoid, antioxidant serum, double cleansing, and sunscreen and making sure my skin is better hydrated. Also, making sure I don't irritate or increase sensitivity as much as possible, very important. also, generally observing my skin's current condition, using or not using products depending on current needs. Also very important. Hope this helps, but pls don't just follow this, seek what YOUR skin needs.

[@dianegibbs3716]

As one of your “more mature”/old viewers, the Sana product interests me, especially if it improves thinning skin. It will again be available on Amazon, on Aug 10th. Thanks for great info..Glad to see you mentioning products for mature skin w/o acne issues!

[@shellieshimmel9148]

You have taught me so much about how to take care of my skin without plunking down a huge chunk of change at Sephora. It's such a ripoff! I feel like an idiot for spending thousands of dollars over the past 30+ years on luxury skin care when you can find products just as good at the drug store for half the price. I've shared the knowledge I've gained from you with friends who have seen noticeable improvement in their skin as well. Thanks Dr. Dray!

[@nurseapple8828]

Dr. Dray, you are heaven sent for all of us here. We appreciate all that you do for your viewers. Thank you so much for changing our lives!

[@humdae6738]

she is caca & all she is recommending has been online for ages!

[@mayday2874]

Yessss!!!!

[@mno7493]

The second she said blue light affects hyperpigmentation, I instantly turned on the blue light filter. Love you Dr. Dray!

[@joannej_Youtube]

I have had incredible results with Vitamin C, but I do sometimes have oxidation issues. I've tried Drunk Elephant, Tarte (my current fave), Glow Recipe, Timeless, REN, Mad Hippie and Sunday Riley. Timeless has one that is effective, cosmetically elegant, has air tight packaging, doesn't oxidize and is less than $20.00 in the US. Dr. Brenner has one also under $20.00, that is almost identical to the $135.00 Skinceuticals C Ferulic. I use my AHA right before I apply my Vitamin C, as that seems to help it absorb better.

[@shellieperreault6262]

Have you tried Truth Treatment Trifecta?

[@PhenixJoe]

A great and inexpensive alternative to the vitamin C serum she mentioned is from “Seoul Ceuticals,” their Day Glow Serum. It also contains vitamin E and ferulic acid. I’ve been using it for almost a year and it’s my favorite vitamin C serum (plus it’s from Korea and they just do skincare right).

[@abbys4272]

Love how informative your videos are without any gimmicks! 😁

[@Rwissam1987]

I live in Japan and Sana actually have a new line for britening with Arbutin as the first ingredient (they call it whitening here of coure for marketing...)

[@marye813]

This is a late comment. Tried Ambi Cream. Returned as it has a very strong artificial fruit odor similar to that used in hard candy. It didn't fade away quickly and had to wash off. Will be trying some of the other products reviewed here. Thank you Dr Dray for the helpful and hard to find straight info on skin care products!

[@aznzensation]

Didn’t mind the scent. She mentioned on a video that they no longer have Hydroquinone but the one I got off amazon still has it written. I’m on my second week of it, so far my new scars look slightly lighter but the old ones haven’t changed much 😩

[@J104090]

The Paulas Choice Azelaic Acid is amazing. After I year of daily use it has completely changed my skin.

[@susanvirginia6037]

Do you apply it before or after your moisturizer? Thank you.

[@J104090]

Yes. After my moisturizer has dried completely. For example I wash my face and moisturize a few hours before going to bed. Then I apply the azelaic acid right before bed.

[@ReadingRetail]

Oh I need to see this. I can’t get rid of my dark spots!

[@laceykatt5046]

I have had great success with The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA and it is very affordable. I spot treat a stubborn dark spot on my cheek which I have had for years!! It took about 2 months of consistent use (and sunscreen) and now it has faded to the point that I don't need a concealer. Skin turnover takes a while so you have to keep at it.

[@naddyn685]

This is the earliest I have joined comments! ❤️

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Tuesday!

[@laurawashere]

Been using Differin on my chest shoulders and back for a few months now. I believe using this in combo with Vani Cream Z bar in the shower. My skin has never looked better in those areas. Especially my back!

[@farid5758]

did you use differin for post acne marks / acne itself ??

[@mugwutz]

I tried the Skinceuticals product and began to see pigment fading within the first week; albeit, trace. In addition, my facial skin "bumps" resolved after the first application. I am sold on this serum!

[@MMM-vt5lb]

My Dermat says a thing, and I cross check it with Dr Dray. I Love you. My skin sends you all the love.

[@ABurningCandle]

I use sunscreen and hydroquinone to fade my sunspots. They work, but now my spots are slowly coming back 6 months after I quit my hydroquinone :(

[@percyjackson5417]

Same here!! I was really bummed, im gonna try vitamin c next now.

[@Karenkaza1]

@@percyjackson5417 Seems like I remember going off of it for about 6 months and then going back on it again for 6 months then off again and so on..

[@laurenbray8314]

I've been using the Timeless dupe for the Skinceuticals C & E Ferulic serum ($20 bucks) for post acne and it's working very well. Lots of people in the skincare community buy it exclusively instead of Skinceuticals. I'd give it a try instead, you'll save over $100. I had really bad cystic acne, lots of dark spots from it. My skins looking amazing now. Theirs is in a pump now instead of a dropper, I keep it in the fridge and it's still nice and clear. They also offer a 3 month guarantee so if it oxidizes they will replace it free of charge.

[@ShellSellars-Smith]

I love how your skin is glowing.. and just love your videos!

[@franceskennedy2938]

Love watching your informative videos everyday whether it applies to me or not. Happy Tuesday Dr Dray🌞

[@HollyL56]

Timeless Vitamin C is nice and inexpensive. 🙂

[@galato4234]

Could you please share how do you apply it...? thank you.

[@HollyL56]

@@galato4234 With my hands. LOL..just teasing. I put it on during my daytime routine, after I cleanse and tone. Some people use it at night. It really depends on your skin and what regimen you're using for skincare, but it can used day or night depending on that. :)

[@kerrymack9022]

I use that ! I love it!

[@HollyL56]

@@kerrymack9022 I love it as well Kerry!:)

[@KeepingitSimplewithBridget]

I appreciate the information on azelaic acid.

[@marleneharden544]

Fantastic...I thought I was going to have to order some new stuff for getting older but I already use retinol plus vitamin C so I can stop using all of these ingredients and save money...always learn from the best...thank you my sweet FRIEND...XOXO

[@nefelila208]

what is your opinion for the ordinary 100% L-Ascorbic Acid Powder

[@marianne6373]

I use it and love it. Watch Lab Muffin Beauty Science video on L-ascorbic acid powder (in general)!

[@marykaren7542]

I'd love to hear her opinion as well.

[@inspiredby624]

I use this too. Really curious to know what her expert opinion is on it.

[@egbeale]

I came to ask the same question. I just started mixing half a scoop with my vanicream lotion.

[@db-gb5xi]

I get the feeling Dr Dray isn't into mixing your own skincare products. I've seen Cassandra Bankson talk about this product and how to use it.

[@sherilea5059]

Can you please do some of the day in the life vlogs? Even if it’s just shopping or cooking, etc. I miss those!

[@babykrul]

What do you think of the ordinary l-ascorbic acid powder though, the one you can mix in with vitamin e oil or a moisturizer? Thanks for the vid! Keep it up :)

[@vikkichu]

Amazing! Best video I've seen about this subject. I really appreciate how clear you were in how to use the products and the recommendations you made. Super helpful. Thanks!

[@AnnaAllEyesandEars]

Thx for the great info! It would be helpful to hold the products in hand closer to the camera lens for a better view & to hold for a longer period of time so we can actually see the product mentioned.

[@prncess20]

CE Ferulic acid from skinceuticals made me get cystic acne. I was on Accutane a few years ago. My dermatologist told me to stop.

[@jramirez6333]

Same here ! Such an expensive product. Left my skin so oily and gave me acne again

[@perismith7028]

Is Alpha Arbutin effective for fading hyperpigmentation, or am I wasting my time using it?

[@yume816]

I'm curious too.

[@mitaliahuja2980]

I feel when it’s used with vitamin c, it definitely makes a difference. My skin looks brighter and scars, lighter:)

[@pajamamama5965]

The Ordinary arbutin absolutely helped in addition to vit. C. and adapalene.

[@mslori389]

It is and the ordinary has a really good one

[@ljlacor2720]

Ive tried The ordinary alpha arbutin until the last drop of the container together with their bit.C, nothing changes in the dark spots on my face.

[@terrichoumiller]

Thank you for this video! Would these products also apply to melasma/hyperpigmentation from sun spots?

[@someonerandom256]

I'm one month into adapalene. After using and loving the CeraVe resurfacing retinol for two weeks, I noticed that it was causing my acne to purge, so I decided to grab the bull by the horns, switch to adapalene, and just get the purge over with. My cheeks are purging like CRAZY, and my jaw and forehead are very mildly purging. Despite being pretty much the most broken out I've ever been, I'm still VERY happy, because I feel like the results abd the purging are very promising! And my skin that isn't broken out looks AMAZING, and my hyperpigmentation from a decade of mild to moderate acne is barely visible. I use the AcneFree Adapalene, CeraVe products for cleansing and moisturizing, and ThinkSmart tinted sunscreen. I feel great about my skin where normally a breakout like this would have me hiding from the world!

[@RedLipsTalk]

A day without Dr. Dray is a day wasted! lol love your content!

[@toshapace4024]

Which would you say might be most helpful for melasma pigmentation? Is it better to look for one product that includes multiple depigmenting ingredients? I already use vitamin a and have not had luck with hydroquinone. TIA

[@idreamofpeony]

Tosha Pace prescription triluma and consulting with a derm in person

[@fab7209]

Triluma is very effective

[@toshapace4024]

@@idreamofpeony Thanks for your input. I know of Triluma. However, I don't want to use hydroquinone. I have seen my dermatologist, in person, prior to the pandemic, yet, she recommends the same.

[@toshapace4024]

@@fab7209 Thanks for your input. I know of Triluma. However, I don't want to use hydroquinone.

[@idreamofpeony]

Tosha Pace melasma is very difficult to treat and you’ll end up wasting more money trying to treat it with any over the counter actives because the chances they’ll do anything is next to zero. I think the only other option is consulting a cosmetic dermatologist for lasers and peels.

[@Coulduseyoga]

After I learned that using hydroquinone consistently may not be a good idea, I gave vitamin C a try for about a year. Unfortunately, it took me a good year or so to realize I'm extremely irritated by topical vitamin c and the experience left with me with more acne scars than ever(along with burning redness). At the moment I'm back using hydroquinone (Murad orange bottle) to get rid of some of the dark post-acne scars. So this video is really helpful and exactly what I needed since MASKNES are SO real right now. Thank you for your insight!

[@charkitte]

I am really impressed with people's comments on this thread! People seem so knowledgeable about the various products. I feel totally overwhelmed by what Dr. Dray's recommends. She might as well be speaking Chinese for what I got out of this video. I guess this is NOT a skin care 101 video b/c I don't even know where to start to try to understand her recommendations!

[@pmw3839]

Start with a SPF 50+ sun block.

[@abea4063]

Hi! Thank you so much for the information. What are your thoughts on Alpha-Arbutin? And, could it be used with niacinamide in the same skin care routine?

[@suzannemann799]

I'd like to know this too.

[@dynamitedynamite2737]

Of course it can be used with niacinamide

[@rubysmom4854]

Thank you dr dray for the lesson. It's good, easy to understand, and thanks for helpful tips!

[@MrMeesho99]

hey dr dray can u review the new fenty skin care line ?

[@idreamofpeony]

It contains fragrance, she’s not going to

[@MrMeesho99]

I Dream of Peony oh no I hope Rihanna can make a one without the fragrance and be marketed for sensitive skin 😭💔

[@SwanTheQueen]

Why she would bother when there are TONS of superior products already on the market

[@sahirarodriguez9782]

she did review it. It's up.

[@marinaalex0510]

@@idreamofpeony She did though

[@kristietunick9124]

Hydro quinine is awful by a dermatologist snd over counter I never have acne and instead of getting rid of hyperpigmentation you get acne all over on top of where u put it so I agree with u and avoid it at all cost Thanks tor amazing videos. Love that all of u put skincare first as before I got disabled I went to FIDM fashion school going to have clothing line put in stores with my roomie/sis yet had to put on hold to care for my mother who had Multiple Sclerosis and she passed away from it 2 yrs ago as I never got to have clothing line or other business with dad a retired VP from IBM that showed me the quote I have even disabled going into hospital fri morning to have surgeries to stay alive and all organs shifting down from rare disease I plan on still finding a way to have a business to help others with any kind of disease if I can get a miracle and leave house again since 2008. As I am a trained makeup artist yet feel skincare is what I feel is most important to get first like if u draw or paint want a clean canvas to do so and once able to wear all my nice clothes I want my skin to look best to wear makeup or not. Thank you got your amazing videos. May all ur dreams come true. Prayers u all stay safe and healthy.

[@pilotjones9866]

Ce ferulic is a game changer.. I don’t splurge but when I do it’s def on something that deliver results

[@AMD2113-e6m]

Great video! Wanted to ask if you would ever consider doing a video on (topical) green tea.

[@ja9038]

DR DRAY!!! How did you know I was looking for a video exactly like this?? Thank you thank you!

[@louisevolpe7283]

I think you are wonderful! Great information every day. We are lucky to have you on KZbin!!

[@Olivia-oo6xf]

How long of a break from hydroquinone should you take after using it for 4-5 months?

[@stephanieabutler]

She has a specific video on hydroquinone and I believe she talks about it.

[@exoticcabqueen9363]

I want to know too

[@thesimplechiclife]

You are the greatest Dr Dray!

[@melodyblackhall6702]

My esthetician also recommended the skinceuticals ce ferulic acid and I love it!

[@moisesibarra]

Does it really work cause that price tag is a lot

[@melodyblackhall6702]

@@moisesibarra it does work but over a long period of time. I'm not big on high price points either that's why I use alot of the ordinary products and those work! Follow Esthetician Cassandra Bankson on KZbin she's amazing!

[@CMEThomson]

So informative. I had to pause the video to take notes!

[@tmj1507]

Dr Dray, would you consider talking about hypopigmentation? Caused by laser, injuries etc. 🌸💕

[@sslilac]

There's nothing she mentioned, including professional treatments, I haven't tried that made my hyperpigmentation go away. They faded away by about 70% but they just won't go away. During summer they come back with vengeance. Even if I'm feeling hot, I can feel the tingling where my hyperpigmentation is.

[@kavita2937]

Bruh go to a doctor

[@PS-jh3in]

Might be melasma. See a dermatologist.

[@cliff2285]

Woah you can feel it to?? I thought I was just crazy

[@jessicajamila1907]

Heat can both cause and worsen hyperpigmentation. Try to keep your face cool throughout the day. It’s also best to use a mineral spf as opposed to a chemical spf, because chemical spf’s heat up the skin and as I said, that can cause/worsen hyperpigmentation.

[@sslilac]

@@jessicajamila1907 wow thank you for that😳😱

[@sandrabrock3191]

What about alpha arbutrin?

[@bubblesxo]

Sandra Brock i was wondering about this too. a lot of ppl layer it with azealic acid

[@barbaran1869]

Thank you for this video Dr Dray. I have Melasma on my cheeks that is stubborn. I do have a dermatologist but I also wanted to hear what you have to say about it. Again, thank you. ❤️

[@shaynamadich3589]

Another good vitamin C serum is the Skinaholics 20% L- Ascorbic acid Vitamin E and Fuerlic acid serum. It's inexpensive, and just as good as the more expensive brands.

[@MCH92]

I use vitamin C by Advanced Clinicals, it's like $6/7 and it works!

[@amberjohnson10m]

The Drmtlogy C E Ferulic acid serum is half the price, same formula (% of each ingredient)! I love it so much so far! Plus they always have sales. I highly recommend as an alternative to Skinceuticals

[@priyantharasrig1995]

what about led light masks dr..?? really curious about them these days..

[@TheLunaPulvia]

Your skin is especially glowy and beautiful in this video 😍🥰

[@nashibanawor922]

What's all the hype about Alpha Arbutin then? :/

[@Create301]

Ordered the Procure and excited to try!

[@amritagill9987]

Indeed Labs and Klairs have great vitamin C serums. Indeed Labs also has a vitamin c lotion.

[@galimatiasstarset2883]

"Just ignore everything i just told you" x3 lmao

[@BitchItsAle]

And wear sunscreen haha

[@ilovemecabana]

I lost it 🤣 so basically go buy a tub of sunscreen🧴noted 😅

[@galimatiasstarset2883]

Iconic

[@sierrahjmartinez6703]

I've always been told that sunscreens have to be constantly reapplied because it doesn't last very long.

[@jeanenger574]

What a blessing you are Doctor Thank you for doing this ! Appreciate your care !

[@deglow19]

Hello! Is LRP Mela D more effective than their Pigmentclar product? Thank you:)

[@teneshiadavis6039]

You skin is glowing!!! This is off topic but Dr. Where did you get your earrings??? Do you a sunscreen recommendation for oily sensitive skin??

[@Danisuzette]

Replacement for skincuticals $182 is the minimalist ce ferulic $13

[@jessyanne409]

Are any of these products safe during breastfeeding? I like the idea of the soy product but it didn’t say anything about safety. Thank you for awesome content!

[@carolperdue7534]

I am trying this stuff from Target, called Urban something. It has retinol, Kojic acid, azaleic acid, niacinimide and it’s for hyperpigmentation. Will see if it works.

[@SwanTheQueen]

Carol Perdue please let us know! Please update here if you can ❤️

[@themoetzilla]

Such a good explanatory video, thank you so much Dr Dray!!!

[@dec271993]

I'm using BHA, retinoic and sunscreen. 😊

[@rosamoreno4794]

Awesome video! I have been wanting the It Skin Li. In the morning I do 01) Cerave Vit C, 02) Hada Labo Hyaluronic, 03) Cerave moisturizer, 04) sunscreen. In what order should I layer the licorice root It Skin? I was thinking after the Hyaluronic. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@ARS1508]

You look so gorgeous in this one doc! ❤️

[@aakankshasingh7128]

How long does a product take to start showing visible effects on skin? Any way to expedite this process?

[@crystalmoniquezoller7151]

Timeless CE ferulic acid serum is a great affordable option.

[@db-gb5xi]

There seem to be several affordable options based on the comments.

[@Readingsbylisa]

And just like that...you answer these life transformation questions for me❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jason-740]

It’s not cheap, but the Dark Spot Correcting Serum from Dr. Dennis Gross includes several of these ingredients, including l-ascorbic acid, ferulic acid, arbutin (related to hydroquinone but with fewer side effects), kojic acid, licorice root, azelaic acid, and soy. It’s been very effective for me.

[@ritasharqawi7367]

Jason S why are you using it for please

[@jason-740]

Rita Sharqawi I am using it as a spot treatment to deal with a few sunspots that I have. I think it would also do a fantastic job of overall brightening, but I already use Dr. Gross’s C + Collagen serum for that purpose.

[@ritasharqawi7367]

Jason S thank you so much I’m dealing with melasma 😔

[@jason-740]

Rita Sharqawi I believe it is also very effective for melasma too. In fact, I think it is what Dr. Gross would recommend as the first thing to try for melasma.

[@malousmom9231]

I've learned so much from you! Thank you!!!

[@ja9038]

Please, which percentage of licorice root minimum is good?

[@samiasegero5484]

i have hyperpigmentation on my chest, neck and face(dark spots) i just got prescribed tretinoin 0.05% hydroquinone 4% and kojic acid 8% and hopefully it works

[@trbacon99]

I’ve read that vitamin c can darken the skin with sun exposure and or make you more sensitive. Have you seen this?

[@Be1smaht]

You transformed my skin

[@audreyclearwater3828]

Another great video, Dr. Dray. My husband thinks I’m crazy for applying sunscreen indoors, and I made him watch that portion of your video. Quickly though, how do you feel about alpha Arbutin? Do you find it effective in reducing hyperpigmentation and do you find it tolerable by dry/dehydrated skin types?

[@tongo148]

Thank you so much for this very informative talk. I wish I had found you years ago.

[@luzcody3268]

AWESOME ABSOLUTELY AWESOME BEAUTIFUL ADVISE....YOU ARE AMAZING....THANK YOU...THANK YOU...

[@JeffreyRGriese]

Can not recommend enough the PCA Skin Care line, especially their peptide serum with epidermal growth factor for after Dermapen sessions. Their vitamin C&E Advanced with Hexylresorcinol & Silymarin is highly recommended; the tocopherol (5%) makes the vitamin C (20%) far more stable. I believe the Pigment Gel HQ Free was developed for countries such as Canada that have stricter rules surrounding hydroquinone.

[@Kookyhandbags22]

Quick question Dr. D....what product makes your face shiny and glowy ...that doesn't fade in but stays glowy.

[@tanyasharma8191]

What are your thoughts on using natural ingredients with no additives. Eg edamame paste, mushroom for kojic acid, fruits for Vit C. To minimize the additional chemicals. Are they effective.