Good Molecules Niacinaminde Brightening Toner has been AMAZING for my hyperpigmentation!!! It has niacinamide, vitamin c, licorice root extract, and alpha arbutin 😍😍💖💖
@Irenee_vx3 жыл бұрын
Last year I received it in a sample in a small vile, and that did absolutely incredible wonders for the 2 weeks that it lasted. I then went online and purchased the huge glass bottle, and noticed it did absolutely nothing. I didn’t see any improvement the same way I did when I had that small little sample vile. Ever since, I’ve never purchased it again.
@margaretowoeye77663 жыл бұрын
Interesting. I've always believed that companies give us their best in samples to reel us in and then sell us their run-of-the-mill products. Doesn't sound like a winning strategy to me but here is prove that my suspicion may be correct.
@glam_by_lydia89953 жыл бұрын
@@Irenee_vx that's wierd, I've only ever gotten the full size and it's always been perfection 😍
@SkintitaApril2 жыл бұрын
Hi! Does the niacinamide toner leave a sticky feeling? Thank you!! 💞
@glam_by_lydia89952 жыл бұрын
@@SkintitaApril not at all! It absorbs really quickly leaving behind a light feeling of hydration
@Miumiu04043 жыл бұрын
Tranexamic acid is one of my holy grails. My personal favorite is the Hada Labo Premium Whitening Lotion. It has tranexamic acid, hyaluronic acid, glycerin and vit c derivative. It's a really nice brightening and hydrating toner.
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
I have to try that HL line, looks super good! 😍
@lindazhang8943 жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll It's so good. Just bought mine 2ish months ago and it makes my skin look so plump and glowy
@sukyrajan41483 жыл бұрын
i have already order this product. Good to hear fro you about it. Thank you
@SkintitaApril2 жыл бұрын
I agree! The latest version has licorice root.. I noticed that it helped brighten my skin and also alleviate any irritation/redness from using tretinoin! 💕
@blue-calla2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for recommending Hada Labo. I never heard of them but sounds good! I see some skincare KZbinrs posted reviews of their Whitening Lotion, so I plan to check them out.
@viviannevillanueva803 жыл бұрын
I loveee the Tia'm B3 Source!! I have acne-prone and combination skin. I've been using it for almost 1 month now and I can say it has DEFINITELY helped minimize my pores, i get less acne now (best part), and in my case, usually the hyperpigmentation that acne leaves on my face once it's healed takes about 3 to 6 months before it completely fades (this was when I wasn't using this product, but I was already using some products with a little bit of niacinamide and alpha arbutin in them). But this is such a big help for fading those stubborn marks. It didn't take a long time for me to see results with this product. So glad I discovered it through a dermatologist online. Definitely a holy grail for me. ✨
@SkintitaApril2 жыл бұрын
I love Hada Labo Shirojyun Premium (with tranexamic)! On my 2nd bottle and it helps not just with hydration, but also in brightening (has vit c derivatives too). As for azelaic, i'm using Skinoren cream, and this also helps me from breaking out and treating pigmentation (in conjunction with tretinoin). 💞
@jacquelynstewart69653 жыл бұрын
your videos seriously are the best. you put so much time and work into them. I really really appreciate it!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, hearing this made my morning!! 🙏❤
@marynjesh3 жыл бұрын
I have been using the Facetheory Exaglocw serum that has 5% tranexamic acid, 2% niacinamide, 1.5% lactic acid and a vitamin c derivative. I love it so far.
@sandokero3 жыл бұрын
I use this one too! Perfect for oily/acne prone skin. For people that broke out to Faded, try this one instead
@silentgypsy3 жыл бұрын
I would SUPER love to see a video like this for dark spots on the body! Often the formulations for the face arent strong enough for the body and I know people of colour especially stuggle with this too! Any advice or product reccomendations would be amazing!
@patriciaanais91753 жыл бұрын
I was so glad you mentioned the cos de baha azelaic acid! I've been using it for more than a month combined with a very mild retinol and they've helped a lot with my clogged pores. Ofc they're still there as I have oily skin and I live in a tropical country but they're looking clearer and I swear I think they've helped keep my maskne at bay. Definitely recommend it, it's so easy to use and layer, doesn't make me feel oily or breakout. Plus it's much cheaper than PC
@margaretowoeye77663 жыл бұрын
Wow!!! Now I'll have to check it out. Thank you.
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Glad you found a combo that works well for you!
@allrighty10003 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip! Never heard of this brand before and went to check it out and they seem to have a bunch of really promising serums....but HOW are they so affordable?? Too good to be true? :D They seem to have a serum with Arbutin 5% + Niacinamide 5% + licorice root, that seems like a powerhouse combo! Also they have a 2.5% Retinol serum (which also has niacinamide)!? Now I'm intrigued...They don't have a lot of reviews though so would like to hear people's experiences more before trying!
@patriciaanais91753 жыл бұрын
@@allrighty1000 the arbutin is using beta arbutin tho not alpha arbutin so I'm not really sure if it'll work as well as the ones using alpha. As for the retinol i actually almost bought that one but decided to take the plunge to take tret instead for a more drastic result. There's more reviews on reddit if you wanna look into it. Most reviews i read are positive. I suspect they're very affordable because their serum base is actually very basic and the same for every serum, just with different actives. Could be a positive or a negative thing depending on how you look at it.
@laylab.2048 Жыл бұрын
I still come back to this when u need reminder and product recommendation ❤
@carolinesutton52313 жыл бұрын
I am struggling with this right now. Thank you for your advice. You are always so thorough and knowledgable!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
So glad this came at the right time! Fading dark marks takes a lot of patience and consistency, you got this!!
@sugerless203 жыл бұрын
I wish there were more reviews on the cos de baha brand. They have a lot of serums, toners & even centella products. I can't find much online so I'm on the fence about buying from them.
@thegoodkindofweirdo3 жыл бұрын
People in Asia do swear by them actually, and it worked for most people, especially the Azelaic Acid one--so it should tell you that they aren't playing. It's easily bought and affordable here in the PH exclusively in online stores (and I heard that it is also accessible in Amazon in the US).
@katysoo11193 жыл бұрын
I've been using their product for my acne and so far they've improved my skin. The azelaic acid 10% serum is their first product which I've tried, and it did helped with my acne. Now I'm trying out the azelaic acid hinokitiol serum and it's working quite well for me too. I have oily/combination skin so usually after washing my face it starts to get oily in around 3 hours or so. The 2 serums which I've been using helped with reducing my acne and my face is less oily so I'm pretty happy with the product. If you have oily/combination skin that's acne prone, I do recommend trying out either 1 of the 2 serums which I've mentioned. Cos de baha also has a salicylic acid bha 4% serum which helps to treat acne but unless your acne problem is very severe otherwise I dont recommend that you try that, as I was told that the serum is quite strong. I hope this helps.
@lorainemcgillivray773 жыл бұрын
Hi Kelly I use azelaic acid for my rosacea (alternate routine to my retinoid for skin strengthening) and have seen some fading of my freckles as a bonus. I tried tranexamic acid for it's erythema benefits (redness), but it is a slightly irritating ingredient and is taking some time to incorporate tbh. Niacinamide is also in my routine, as tbh it's in many products nowadays. I'm ok with having freckles and have had them since early childhood. They had darkened with aging and were less uniform in shape, so the fading to a smaller/lighter freckle is a good side benefit. Vitamin C just doesn't work for me - turns my face orange (I'm a fitzpatrick one - not a good look for me), or is very irritating due to the low ph. I've tried arbutin and tolerated it well, but didn't see marked improvement on my skin. I think pigment needs a multi ingredient approach, to deal with the different pathways to it's formation. Retinoids also help with sun induced pigment and AHA's can clear it more quickly, once the ingredients are in place to prevent the hyperpigmentation from forming. Best wishes.
@blahblahblah84273 жыл бұрын
Hey Kelly, are you able to please do a video on hormonal acne?
@sunkissed73773 жыл бұрын
Girl, you are so close to 50k subscribers! So exciting!
@sujatarana74103 жыл бұрын
I m shocked at seeing the subscriber numbrs.....i get it now numbers doen't matter at all...u r really my skin type and the way u describe things to the point from the start without any extra gibberish is so calming to me....i specially love love love the way u stick to ur gut products and not changing frequently like clothes just bcoz of trends it kinda give me the carefree trust to come to u when i need genuine skincare according my skin. I nvr knew it will be this easy to understand the science of ingrediants for skin needs coz u tell it so simply but effectively .
@icecrystalsinger3 жыл бұрын
could you please do a cos de baha brand review? i've recently stumbled across them and their ingredients look AMAZING. however i am a little skeptical since their SA percentages for example are over the "allowable" standard in korea so i would really want to see if this brand is trustworthy and if they're worth a shot :)
@idir79813 жыл бұрын
I just purchased TIL tranexamic acid and TO azelaic acid few days ago. Cant wait for them to arrive. Thanks for the tips kelly!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Excited for you!!
@anonymous65943 жыл бұрын
Topicals Faded contains all 4 ingredients. I don’t know if they are in high enough concentrations to be effective. It has a fairly long ingredient list and contains quite a few emollients. It may not be the best choice for acne-prone skin.
@sandokero3 жыл бұрын
Yes coconut oil alone seems counterintuitive for people that are trying to fade PIH from acne.
@lisadreischmiller78693 жыл бұрын
I was also coming here to ask Kelly her thoughts on this product!
@amelie43633 жыл бұрын
These are the percentages: Niacinamide: 4% Tranexamic Acid: 3.5% Azelaic Acid: 1% Kojic Acid: 1%
@anonymous65943 жыл бұрын
@@amelie4363 what about alpha arbutin percentages? Supposedly, TF contains alpha-arbutin too
@amelie43633 жыл бұрын
@@anonymous6594 it doesn't contain any alpha arbutin - I just checked the ingredients list
@shaygeyer98223 жыл бұрын
I find it interesting that Tropicals Faded didn't get an honorable mention. Three of the ingredients listed in this video... Tranexamic Acid, Niacinamide, and Azelaic Acid are in the product. This is hands down the best product on the market for discoloration especially if you are a person of color.
@DanDLeon-zy8kw3 жыл бұрын
i am currently looking for products that deals with fading dark marks right now and then you uploaded this video like you know i needed this!!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Yaass, glad this came at the right time! 🙌
@nyannieee3 жыл бұрын
Omg that Arbutin from Good Molecules is what I am using right now for over a week nooow and oh my ghad, the results are amazing. 😍 My overall complexion really brightened and more even to my neck. For hyperpigmentation, it helps.
@josipaskoriciskra49873 жыл бұрын
I LOVE LOVE TIL Tranaxemic acid, but I only use it on the certain areas, more like spot treatment after my pimple is gone and im left with PIH. It has done wonders for my skin concerns!!
@777dato3 жыл бұрын
Kelly we are waiting for Isntree new Green tea launches and Purito's Oat gel cream review. Hope it is coming soon;)
@OO-ct4hq3 жыл бұрын
YOU SOTLE MY NAME
@777dato3 жыл бұрын
@@OO-ct4hq Kiddo I'm ancient
@talghow-i2326 Жыл бұрын
Niacinamite with zinc from the ordinary helped me alot, like unbelieve.
@joannmacmillan57403 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I've been waiting for this topic. Much appreciate your East & West product recommendations.
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed, Jo Ann! 💖
@kkoongiwol3 жыл бұрын
Loved the recap in the end!
@JLeigh753093 жыл бұрын
Niacinamide and Azelaic acid are two of my favorites!
@chloenguyen85193 жыл бұрын
YES! Cos De Baha Azelaic Acid 10% is my holy grail!!
@bbsail3 жыл бұрын
I have used all and TO arbutin and niacinamide, GM toner and discoloration serum didn't do anything for my patches. I'm 3weeks into Exaglow and I feel a little better
@michalamuggiernst4643 жыл бұрын
I love the tranexamic acid from inkey list. I love it
@natrose1014 ай бұрын
Hi Kelly, great video!! I'm honing in on my routine and hoping you can help with some questions: 1) Can arbutin be combined with benzoyl peroxide, tetinoin, or L Ascorbic Acid? 2) Can azelaic acid be combined with benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, or L Ascorbic Acid? Also thoughts on Naturium Az Acid? Thank you!!
@nimilas83 жыл бұрын
This is great! Can you make a list for bumpy skin texture?
@johnsskincarereviews3 жыл бұрын
That Paula’s choice product looks great, may have to give it a shot! But first, I’m finishing up my Hada labo shirojyun with tranexamic acid (seen minor results, works better with other things like azelaic and ascorbic acids) and I ordered the exaglow serum from face theory that has 5% TA!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
The new hada labo shirojyun is definitely something I want to try!
@lanvallbear13223 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy watching your videos. I've learn so much from them. Btw, there are three new Illiyoon Ceramide Derma. Wonder what are your thoughts about them. Cheers.
@RandyandCyndi3 жыл бұрын
This might seem like over kill but my skin has choose these formulations in I alternate these in different times. Ordinary's Azelaic Acid 10% mixed in my moisturizer when i don't use my Curology RX with Tranexamic Acid formulated in it. Night routine Oh I also have a Purito Tube of the Sea Buckthorn Vital 70 Cream and base products with Niacinimide 4%. The Glow Serum and Fermented complex 94 for The A.M routine . Sunscreen of course!!!!! there's more but these are my return products Ride or Dies if you will. I set my makeup with the Galactomyces Rose toner.
@RandyandCyndi3 жыл бұрын
Its not too invasive but I do see a lot of tighter more healthier skin and look 5 years younger at least .
@nickylapiel26753 жыл бұрын
Always considered Azelaic acid as tret's friendly lil sister. Has similar benefits and kinder to the user. 🤣
@shivika10003 жыл бұрын
Hey Kelly, have you tried the beauty of joseon rice and arbutin serum? I've been wondering if it's good.
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Haven't tried it, looks interesting though!
@juli_shares15563 жыл бұрын
ALways so informative 💕 😃
@kengyangshuen64663 жыл бұрын
would you consider doing a video on exfoliants/acids? :)
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Check this one out if you haven't already! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pouciIeeYqqhotU
@elizaahmed30773 жыл бұрын
Could you please review facetheory's exaglow serum, lumeza serum and N10 serum
@arianabelegu66083 жыл бұрын
Like always, amazing video ❤️ but I lol’d every time you said tranSexamic Acid haha KELLY where did that S in the middle come from? 😂😂 Still loved this tho, you’re amazing and my fave ❤️
@rachanarai74523 жыл бұрын
Can we use all these 4 ingredients at the same time in a single routine???
@Irenee_vx3 жыл бұрын
I’m jumping on that Paulas choice ASAP !
@Irenee_vx3 жыл бұрын
The paulas choice product isn’t on the Australian website !! 😭😩
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
That's too bad! Hopefully they carry it soon!
@MsAaannaaa3 жыл бұрын
the hada labo shirojyun premium lotion also has tranexamic acid in it and I love it for my red spot marks I get on my pale skin after breakouts.
@assimpleasgravity3 жыл бұрын
My skin is so reactive and sensitive so I'm struggling with very vibrant pink almost purple marks since I'm also almost translucent in skin color; not to mention they stay around forever ... So thank you, Kelly, for this much-needed knowledge that I was just too lazy to get into and start repairing these skin issues. I actually, by coincidence, have the TIAM B3 and the blue premium version of the Hada Labo line open right now but have been inconsistent in using them .... maybe I should really add them in for real and see how my skin does with them. I'm always a bit wary though of adding too many actives cause I already use azelaic acid 15% AM and Differin gel PM. Could adding the TIAM B3 PM some days and adding the Hada Labo lotion AM (maybe every day) on other days?
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
I would suggest just picking one of those products and starting with 2-3 days a week max to see how your skin likes it. Irritation often comes a few days after use so this will help you keep track of what your skin is liking (or not).
@sukyrajan47872 жыл бұрын
Dear Kelly, i am suffering from dark spot under my eye and melasma, dark uneven skin tone in my forehead and cheeks. i have started using Hadalabo shirojyun lotion with tranexamic acid the ordinary 10% niacinamide and cosrx snail mucin 96 cosrx bha cosrx all in one 92 and tretinoin. Looking for some definite kbeauty alternatives to this. please advice some products from 'style vanna'.
@KittenCasserole3 жыл бұрын
Great video 👍🏻
@BrookeaCookea3 жыл бұрын
Is the Paula's Choice brightening serum something you could use after exfoliating or you wouldn't recommend it?
@jacea57393 жыл бұрын
Can i mix arbutin niacinamide and azelaic?
@agathacarpo52753 жыл бұрын
Omg you changed your intro!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Hope you like it!! 😀
@twlee19303 жыл бұрын
What do you think of Peter Thomas Roth PRO Strength Niacinamide Discoloration Treatment? It has niacinamide, tranexamic acid, kojic acid, and arbutin all in one formula. Or Topicals Faded which also has multiple ingredients (niacinamide, tranexamic acid, arbutin, azelaic acid, Kojic acid, licorice root)? BTW, I think you are accidentally pronouncing tranexamic with an "s" in the middle.
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Both sound interesting, I don't have any personal experience with them though but sounds like all the brightening in one product! I know it was bugging me when I was editing! My mouth just wants to put an S in the middle! 🙈
@jann77823 жыл бұрын
i have hyperpigmentation from irritation on my NECK, since my neck is sensitive, how do i get rid of it ?
@CarmineKoh3 жыл бұрын
Can you review the Cos De Baha Azelaic Acid 10 serum pretty please?
@steampunk51233 жыл бұрын
I don't exactly have dark marks, it is more pitted acne scars, which of these do you recommend? Great vid as always btw.
@johnsskincarereviews3 жыл бұрын
Retinoids and lasers unfortunately
@patriciaanais91753 жыл бұрын
Maybe you wanna check doctorly videos for this. They're dermatologists and they have a video on acne scars
@nuralyanorhisham20172 жыл бұрын
Hii... Just wanna ask.... If u have concern of discoloration just in a few spot (my case is at cheeks) should we use the product just on that area or the whole face?
@heathersargent2892 жыл бұрын
I just bought TIAM b3 serum and I already have the arbutin powder hum I am wondering if u could throw alittle of the powder in the serum to add more arbutin content to it. I bought the serum for 11$ the other day I couldn't pass it up I have been looking at it for awhile and it is already affordable so 11$ was like yes now buy it..lol also bought the wishtrend oil in drop I kinda wish I bought the matching eye cream when it was on sale kinda sad about it now like Fomo..lol
@IIIIOTL3 жыл бұрын
This was really informative, thank you! I have a question, are freckles (most are from sun damage) and beauty marks/moles (flat, not raised) categorised as hyperpigmentation? I'm using vit C which is fading my newer pimple scars, but not the freckles and moles. I'm desperate to get rid of them!
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
Freckles might fade from skincare and spf but beauty marks won't. Only way to remove those would be to go to a dermatologist to freeze or laser them off.
@J355iiCA113 жыл бұрын
Thank you🙏
@RNBYang Жыл бұрын
can azelaic acid use with retinol?
@janetrodriguez54453 жыл бұрын
Hi Kelly. I use tretenoin and experience flaky skin frequently. I have malesma and hyperpigmentation and I am thinking of adding one of these ingredients. Between Azelaic acid and tranaxemic acid which one will not add to the flaky ness that I already experience?
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
I would just choose based on your concerns, tranexamic acid is better for melasma than AA, Neither one is known to cause peeling but please start low and slow and see how your skin likes it.
@janetrodriguez54453 жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll thank you for replying 🙂
@kimyoo-bin5423 жыл бұрын
Azelaic acid is good for reducing acne?
@OO-ct4hq3 жыл бұрын
Definitely, it worked really good on my skin.
@margaretowoeye77663 жыл бұрын
Yes. Watch Dr. Sam Bunting's videos on acne care. This is one of her favorite ingredients. These are her 10 reasons: 1. great for acne (anti-inflammatory, anti-comedonal, anti-bacterial) 2. reduces PIH 3. doesn't cause antibiotic resistance 4. calms rosacea and redness 5. tackles melasma 6. can treat perioral dermatitis 7. very well tolerated (few side effects) 8. safe to use during pregnancy and lactation 9. anti-aging benefits (antioxidant, evens out skin texture) 10. plays well with other actives.
@marksavage38253 жыл бұрын
"BA KOOCH E OL"
@williamt.pinkney92283 жыл бұрын
'Trans-examic' acid? 🤔
@KellyDriscoll3 жыл бұрын
hahah I know, it was bugging me in editing, my mouth just wanted to add that S!!!
@williamt.pinkney92283 жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll don´t worry about it. Your reccomendations are great, I just bought the Tranexamic Acid from The Inkey List to help me fade my acne marks :D
@threatlevelmidnight35883 жыл бұрын
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@Iwillprblyneverpostagain3 жыл бұрын
💜💜💜💜💜💜
@okashi103 жыл бұрын
Pretty sure Bakuchiol is pronounced "buh-koo-chee-all." And Tranexamic doesn't have an S in it. 😅