The ONLY Ingredients That Stop Hyperpigmentation (And Reverse It)

[@saritajumnani7575]

Honestly, my skin has never looked this good. Whether it was breakouts or rough texture, the subliminal affirmations on borlest helped smooth everything out. It’s amazing how much has changed!

[@salamshawagfeh4320]

subliminal affirmations?

[@bivoryforsureivory3872]

Thank you. But I prefer receiving this kind of info from a very melinated person to speak to all of our beautiful and milllions of skin hues starting with Milk chocolate complexions and darker. Our skin tones are so much more than light skin or dark skin. Thanks. Respectfully!

[@bsantiago945]

My dark skin ladies not all treatments work for our skin. We are not one size fits all not even between the same color skin because we are bio individuals. Hydroquinone once stop the spots will come back with a vengeance. Cassandra knows her science but each one of us knows that the real proof of these outcomes is our own experience even when using products the “correct” way. Tretinoin can cause dry eyes too. All based on my own experience with products. Sooo, please be aware of side effects and do your own research. Once again we are not one size fits all. We need to figure out what is best for each one of us as individuals.

[@JesusistheOnlyWay222]

Yes i used both products (listed in description haven't watched vid yet) and neither worked for me. Chinese skin. Am finding salicylic acid w aloe for healing seems to be fading a melasma patch. Plus an AHA toner at night. I discovered not washing face for one night (yes had makeup on !) Made it peel off much quicker.. ie dried it I think.

[@alinar3645]

My sister has very bad case of melasma South Asian skin. Any advice would be great. Its hurting her confidence rea bad

[@dentiste2015]

Thank u so much for this comment

[@DrJo0oLY]

True 👍🏾

[@Lighttriumphs]

Yes. Finally i'll try to save money and do laser. Cream against hyperpigmentation often take revenge or benefits fade away once you stop using it.

[@juhnetmickerdy]

While I agree with everything In this video. I was actually shocked to discover that lavender oil faded my hyperpigmentation QUICKLY. Within a few weeks it was gone!

[@annettewilliams0219]

How did you use it ? ♥️

[@RhI3Ma]

My mums melasma was gone using fresh aloe Vera gel daily nightly for 15 days and I am amazed

[@juhnetmickerdy]

@@annettewilliams0219 I mixed in three drops with a little aloe/cactus gel and left it on for an hour after cleansing.

[@MattFromHawaii]

That's crazy and interesting. Was it an 'essential' oil, or just a 'regular' (not essential)? I have hyperpigmentation too, and have been using a vitamin c serum off and on. Also, alpha Burtin? Or butrin? Its from the ordinary. Has been ok I guess. I can't really notice it too much, as I live in a very sunny place, so aside from me using sunscreen, I do get a lot of sun I feel, which might change the results of just using regular products that target that without any other factors

[@annettewilliams0219]

@@juhnetmickerdy certain brand of aloe gel you use and thank you for the reply 🫶🏽♥️

[@VuongNguyen-un1vm]

I loved the way how she explained the science behind them, so easy to understand and remember. She should be a biology professor 😊

[@sherrellboonstra5066]

Excellent information. I’m especially glad that you spoke to people that should not treat something that isn’t just hyperpigmentation, it’s related to something like diabetes. Cassandra shows such true medical professionalism, not just going for the cash grab views. Love your content, you’ve truly helped improve my skin!

[@DalyaHadi]

This video was so well organised and succinct, you really have a gift with your communication skills, the way you package and categorise each concept, and deliver it without the use of jargon or any fluff is so refreshing and appreciated. Sometimes when I see videos almost hitting the 20min mark it completely puts me off watching because there is usually so much rambling that it really jumbles up the learning/takeaway points of the video, but never with your videos, they are so jam packed full of information that if you lose focus for a second you’ve missed something important. Thank you so much for what you do, Merry Christmas and happiness always 🎄💕

[@pinnacletrade2711]

I was checking on other KZbin skin care tips, care & explains products uses & efficiency. I love how you go over everything thoroughly & ur easy to listen to. Ty for sharing! Love ur content 😊

[@bemo4449]

Please tell me if you sang a specific melody to this! Hyperpigmentaion can be brow, it can be blue, it could be violet in the face. It could be purple it could be hurtful it can do whatever it likes!

[@lovesplus3879]

Thank you for reading my mine.

[@jeryani9481]

The only melody I can relate to 😭🤚🏻

[@sadafsplendour]

now hear it :D

[@shmwmlam3953]

I did too!!! 😂

[@dfpbar]

I love Agency products and has reversed my severe hyper pigmentation. Easy to use and has transformed my skin. Thank you for this video blog!

[@temporarythoughts]

Cassandra, I've been watching your channel since you started and you truly are something special. Your contribution to the world not only with knowledge, but also zeal and kindness is unparalleled. Thank you for existing ❤

[@sarahcandelier8248]

YOUR HAIR GURLLLL, LOOKS AMAZING 😍 Thank you for your honesty, empathy and always giving us real information 💁🏽‍♀️❤

[@stephaniemaynard8450]

Because of this video, I switched my discontinued Curology account to Agency and have been using my Dark Spot Formula and Future Formula for about two weeks. Interesting that I’ve been using Tretinoin 0.05 for six months on a regular basis, but this last week a retinal rash has developed and I’ve had some flaking. I just rewatched this video and your other on retinal rashes…thank you for providing succinct and informative videos that we can trust.

[@EnvyBlu]

I’ve tried everything. That Topicals Faded cream didn’t do anything for me….Didn’t even fade my hyperpigmentation a little bit. The combo that completely cleared my large hyperpigmentation on my cheeks is The Ordinary Lactic Acid, The Ordinary Salicylic acid, an AHA/BHA toner of any brand, and Tretinoin. I did this every night and morning, and my hyperpigmentation cleared in 4 months. Oh….and using sunscreen every single day

[@SleeplessinOC]

Can you describe in what order you used them in and if you used each of them morning AND night ?

[@MISSYMINX261]

Please share how you used the products. Thank you

[@deepsharma100]

Please share how you used them. Thnxs in advance 🙂

[@marygreety8696]

Pls share how you used it

[@Coopogers]

That's bc you had melasma. 🤦🏾‍♀️ Ppl aren't listening. She said certain ingredients that work for acne scarring /sun spots WON'T WORK on melasma. Glad you found what works for you but others here under your comment need to know that all hyperpigmentation isn't created equal and what worked for you may not work for them. However, if any of you DO have melasma, use the thinnest product first. Then let it dry completely before applying the tretinoin. Tretinoin drying you out? Sandwich it... I.e. Apply lotion first, let dry completely, then apply tretinoin, let dry. Then lastly apply another layer of lotion.

[@creativek123]

I didn't even noticed that it was 19 minutes long, coz every second of it was so informative.

[@Shortsmove41165]

I’ve always had bad skin, especially acne, and I was tired of trying all the expensive stuff. The subliminal affirmations on borlest have honestly been the one thing that’s made a real difference. My skin feels so much better now.

[@maureenperez5676]

Brands that cost a fortune...often work better than affordable ones. Unfortunately...most of us cannot afford to spend 100 dollars on a one month supply of pigmentation serum. I appreciate Cassandra showing less expensive options. I have mature damaged skin and need serious formulas that I can afford. I use a lot of products. I have also incorporated a couple of home remedies containing Tumeric which is long known to help with pigmentation. I also use the Ordinary Vit C cream and Azelaic Acid, which is affordable and helpful...but does not offer awe-inspiring results. If I was rich, I would have procedures and spend hundreds of dollars on beauty products that truly work. I am grateful for The Ordinary and DECIEM which both offer affordable options for those who are NOT wealthy. There are products that I also splurge on...but by "splurge" I'm referring to 50 bucks MAX for one product.

[@Yes-qt7ed]

Loving the natural curls❤

[@tiffanychill8219]

Ok ive seen hundreds of agency ads now im getting it today because of this video !!! Thank you 😊

[@dilkhushkumardilkhushkumar7707]

I’ve had all kinds of skin issues, from dryness to redness, but after trying the subliminal affirmations on borlest, my skin has become so much healthier and balanced. I’m really impressed!

[@jbayoda01]

I've started using castor oil. Used it for 3 months and oh my! my skin has never been so clear and unpigmented.

[@deedee2218]

Do you apply is straight to the face or combine a few drops with a face cream?

[@Francis-tr8mk]

Castor oil does nothing for my skin.That doesn't mean it does not for others.

[@rachellerachelle71]

Cassandra you are the GURU!!!! Why don't you create your OWN products to help us who love and agree with EVERYTHING you believe in!!!! I would LOVE an all in one product that has ALL these ingredients in one bottle!!!!! PLEASE create at least this one product and/or all in one acne/hyperpigmentation solution!!!! PLEASE!!!!

[@hillaryhubbard2506]

I was literally looking for something for hyperpigmentation last night! This is the perfect timing.

[@user-es4ri5zu4k]

In my experience really the only thing that permanently breaks up stubborn hyperpigmentation (and not just fading or brightening) are more invasive treatments like lasers, deep peels, microneedling, mesotherapy etc. You need to kill off the melanocytes that are producing the excess pigment (without eliciting a rebound response) and it's hard to do with just topicals, at least for me - I have dark skin. Excessive use of topicals sensitized my skin and made the pigmentation worse because of a rebound inflammatory response. What I've learned is that I must use products that have anti-inflammatory, anti-redness, soothing, etc. properties for any of these other ingredients to work.

[@SleeplessinOC]

I’ve heard microneedling can cause an inflammatory response but I read one of the benefits of microneedling is getting rid of hyperpigmentation. So I don’t know what to think .

[@SleeplessinOC]

Can you mention what products you used and what procedures you’ve had done ?

[@user-es4ri5zu4k]

@@SleeplessinOC The most effective treatments have been mesotherapy and microneedling with a product called Miracle Touch BR

[@SleeplessinOC]

@@user-es4ri5zu4k you’re saying microneedling with the miracle BR is ok even though it’s got Vitamin C? I read that you should not be using retinols and vitamin C right after microneedling but you’re saying it’s OK to do that ? Can you give me instructions on the proper way to microneedle with it ? I have the Dr Pen M8. Can I use a numbing cream beforehand ? Can I use HA afterwards? Please share protocol. And the Dos and Donts.

[@Ashortutorial.]

Topicals are a big no no for my hyperpigmentation that's almost all over my body

[@mariafernandarodrigueznori9358]

Soooo happy I found her. I’ve been learning so much. She explains everything so well in a way that’s easy to follow.

[@MrsMac3099]

Olive green skin over here. I get hyperpigmentation BAD. I have tried a lot of products. I have not gone to a dermatologist, insurance would not pay for it. The number one product that WORKS for me is differin gel with adapolene!!! I am in my mid 40's and never had acne until I started the premenopause. Then 2 years of cystic acne, my face literally hurt. I cleared it up and tried and tried different products until differin gel with adapolene ❤. Pimple patches help me because ... Sometime I pick .

[@susanmcf1]

I use Agency tretinoin and hydroquinone. It really is effective. Both the Future Formula and Dark Spot formula are excellent. I cannot use any vitamin C with these because my skin becomes sensitive, and that is counterproductive to my skincare goals. I use EltaMD UV Physical Tinted sunscreen and found it has been very helpful in reducing my melasma.

[@Charlotte97_]

Seriously, Cassandra bankson is the only influencer that take concerns and educates her viewer properly. The only influencer that I looked up to.

[@cassierostek5858]

Cassandra your hair looks so great!!

[@rubidevi9582]

To be honest, I didn’t expect much from the subliminal affirmations on borlest, but my skin has improved so much. I’ve had fewer breakouts and it’s looking clearer every day. So happy I found this!"

[@roseaustin8366]

I appreciate this video. I'm an Advanced Licensed Skin Care Specialist and Medspa Instructor so I seek out this type of information. Your skin looks great!!!

[@bridgetborja6226]

Thank you for this! I also really love how youre teaching us exactly how they work and whats best specifically for my skin as well as recommending some products on the way! Im so glad i found you!! Ive been struggling with hyperpigmentation lately

[@maitontai9027]

No 1 thing I stay away is hydroquinone. According to dr. Karam a cosmetic surgeon on KZbin, he said using it too long , it can cause rebound. That just confirms why I don’t use that!

[@Vegan_Vlogs]

That's just misinformation. If you use something and stop using it without further preventative measures, obviously the same thing will happen again. Otherwise,there is no actual evidence of hydroquinone CAUSING a rebound.

[@inquisitvem6723]

It’s also carcinogenic

[@dmykala1]

Agency's dark spot formula worked great on a large sun spot on my cheek. It did nothing for melasma on my jawline. I was abandoned by one personal dermatologist assigned to my care and given another. Between the both of them they did not listen to my concerns and I felt they couldn't care less. I have since canceled my subscription with Agency because of this.

[@humapats1230]

Ladies dint forget first n foremost you have to fix it internally .watch out if you stressed out or suffering from adrenal fatigue...nothing will help if uts not addressed or fixed internally .

[@Animalock260]

I've struggled with breakouts forever and nothing seemed to work. I’ve been listening to the subliminal affirmations on borlest for a few weeks now, and I swear my skin has never looked this clear. I didn’t expect it to work, but it really did.

[@viirose8341]

Great info. Too many creams to select from. Pls let me know one or two that do the job for reducing hyperpigmentation. Which sun screen is the best.

[@erinstrickler1763]

YOUR HAIR IN THIS VIDEO 😍😍😍

[@Meggyton]

I love Agency! I have been using it for just over a year. Both the Future Formula and Dark Spot Formula. I get melasma on my cheeks and forehead and it has helped so much. I also use Timeless Skin Care’s 20% vitamin C + E Ferulic acid. Sunscreen is EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46.

[@joetan2653]

Doc your face is something new.

[@sixxlee890]

Thanks for more great content, Cassandra. Hope that you are well, and looking forward to a great Christmas and New Year. Xx

[@lucianabrady-henderson6653]

Thank you so much for talking about hypopigmentation. It seems like no one talks about it on any other channel. I have mild hypopigmentation from my eczema but because I'm so obsessed with taking very good care of my skin that most people cannot see it.

[@Ashortutorial.]

Mine is hyperpigmentation after eczema but the skin gets discolored so much

[@MelTheMuppetslayer]

Yessss bb getting into the nitty gritty skincare science (you know I love it!!!) proud to be a skintellectual and I thank you for that! 🖤🥔🖤🥔

[@gabi.a]

I'd love to know more about the skin structures and cells involved in dark spots.❤ My dermacologist said we need to treat deeper layers of the skin to treat my dark spots, so harsh peels would only work in the short term. She mentioned those cells that make melanine, but hadn't time to tell me much, just that sometimes they get so dammaged the creat something around them. 😮

[@Name..........]

My dermatologist said only tretinoin helps scars and hyperpigmentation....

[@vickie5394]

It's true, I'm using tretinoin (Retin A) right now and it's amazing how my hyperpigmentation is going away. I've only been using it for 2 weeks now. I love this stuff!

[@faderabanna]

Where can I order it

[@Potatopotata718]

​@@vickie5394will retin A work for melasma?

[@pomegranateemporium]

Cassandra, I truly appreciate how much effort you put into your content, how you break information down and how caring and considered you are with your words 🫶🤍✨️ you're like a dose of the red pill for the fallacies of social media and the media industries in general 💥

[@donnajones2468]

Amazes me that in the UK you can't seem to see a dermatologist without going through a doctor referral. I have skin issues and I have no idea what they are yet I can't see a dermatologist without paying £150 just for a consultation and having to go over 100 miles to London

[@alfredolopez4092]

Avoid retinol for the summer

[@dazzfire]

Great video, I was just looking into these ingredients in several anti-hyperpigmentation/brightening serums! Queens 7 in 1 brightening serum has four of those great ingredients in it (Transexamic Acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Acid, and Niacinamide) and Fade Bright Lightening has three (Alpha Arbutin, Azelaic Acid, and Kojic Acid). Also, LOVE LOVE LOVE your nails today 💖

[@coolyoungboy14]

Did it work?

[@candygir87528]

Urban Skin Rx Brightening & pH balancing Toner has 6 of these ingredients. Licorice, alpha arbutin, niacinimide, tranexamic acid, Azelaic acid, and kojic acid.

[@Axe85]

And vitamin c serum also

[@tinkaraperme9825]

At 0:21 my brain started singing: I could be brown, I could be blue, I could be violet skyyy!! 😂

[@meowcenary21]

This is gonna be helpful for us pcos hirsutism babes!

[@seh-lavee2749]

I have dark skin and what I learned today is that we prevent, treat and stop hyperpigmentation. I never thought of stopping the process and didn't realize some products or ingredients could do that. I know each of us is unique and products and ingredients bear different results but going forward I now know how to research and buy the items I need to resolve my skin problems. I was trying different things and different routines and always forgot what gave me good results but now I know what to look for so, thanks.

[@romyxx71]

Besides Cassandra's product reviews, Dr Vanita Rattan's (UK-based) unsponsored KZbin page is my other go-to for the basics of dark skin care and her unsponsored INKY-list based review of products suitable for dark sin. There are a few other US-based dermatologists, but most are sponsored, as are many bloggers/influencers.

[@MelTheMuppetslayer]

I LOVE azelaic acid. I need to re up on my hg serum that you got me hooked on bb 🥔🖤

[@jee492]

ive been using faded topicals for more than a year now. When i was running low and ready to purchase it again, I just realized that I don't need it anymore. It works!!! of course use your spf

[@deedee2218]

Did you apply on your face overall or as a spot treatment?

[@ninjafacebob7760]

I love you wearing your hair naturally curly! It looks so good!🔥➰

[@MadamoftheCatHouse]

The silver lining is that the car burglar is now going to have amazing complexion!

[@jenb3569]

I love Faded, but the smell… oh good grief it’s foul. I threw out half a tube after having waited three months to get it because it was sold out. I just can’t. Switched over to Peach Slices azelaic acid serum and Sephora C+E Ultra Glow Serum to replace it. So far so good.

[@brucewu3781]

Your hair looks so gorgeous curly!

[@nolungesplease2945]

I have malasma on my upper lip (so I have a permant moustache), I have brown spots around my eye area. All came when I was pregnant with my son (but I also have pcos). I've been having chemical peels help speed up fading. When I get acne its purple and turns brown. After the peel my skin look tan. Before the peel I couldn't hide the discolouration under makeup, now makeup can cover it.

[@Kaibigan39]

Look up Dr. Vinita Rattan, she specializes in making videos about skin that reacts like that.

[@nolungesplease2945]

@@Kaibigan39 I'll definitely check out her channel

[@theecologist10]

You perfectly summed up my experience with shady products online 😄never again

[@cocokippen7137]

I use agency and it has been a game changer dramatically!! hydrocanone , tretinoin and acylic acid yes 😘😘😘😊

[@monikavictoryaxo447]

Hydroquinone. A possible carcinogen, this ingredient is banned in concentrations higher than 1% in the European Union! It has most commonly led to photosensitivity, which means your skin is ultra-sensitive to the sun, among other skin conditions.

[@mohith9502]

It’s literally available only on prescription and when a derm tells u to use it and how to use it ,no one recommends using it long term ,it’s efficient in getting rid of dark spots

[@redmaj11]

I have listened to tons of videos with Cassandra-my main concern is anti-aging (too late-haha), wrinkles and especially hyperpigmentation. I have several spots that are quite dark. I would pay Cassandra to look at my skin, tell me what I need specifically and when to use each product, layering them with The Ordinary. I have my list of The Ordinary products I should be using, but very confused about which one to use on top of the other-should some be used only every other day, etc. etc. My head is spinning!! I bought the Vitamin C cream-and this HAS to work, because I can feel the tingle!! I want to stay with The Ordinary specifically because of the high percentage of good ingredients, but the price!

[@Amyjwashere]

I have a pretty simple routine, and I love it. a nice toner, niacinamide moisturizer, and of course sunscreen. sometimes I use a chemical exfoliant once every other week because I can't be bothered lol.

[@LuMonsa.27]

For my acne problems, I always use Monsia products, which dry and clear them up without leaving blemishes on the skin 😎

[@Buhnayify]

You better work that curly hair honey😍😍

[@tianadavis7165]

Cassandra I LOVED this video. I can’t say enough about Agency. It has helped transform my skin. I was wondering if you could make a video about Bader’s TFC8? So expensive… but I bought the cheapest product available in the line. I can’t believe the depth and life it’s brought to my complexion. It’s wonderful. Your videos help me to use my skincare so efficiently. I’m 47 years old and look like a FAIRY!! Thank 🥰🥰🥰

[@LifeUnfiltered-Raw]

Can you use HSA dollars for this?

[@marta5826]

Loving your hair 😍 🤩

[@melancholic_ghostsss]

When I first got a skincare routine, I got a niacinamide serum for my oily/acne prone skin but it helped my acne scars so much!!

[@kara0263]

Can you please tell me what brand niacinamide serum did you use?

[@melancholic_ghostsss]

@kara0263 I used niacinamide from The Ordinary, but Good Molecules also has a decent one for the same price. Both are pretty good!

[@karenlee8813]

The Ordinary is fine

[@dollyrex]

thank you sm for this video. my mom struggles with hyperpigmentation and doesnt have as much knowledge and resources to really know what to get so this video was very educational

[@jaimecohen5616]

I used hydroquinone for a year and didn’t see a difference. Trentinoin also didn’t help hyperpigmentation or melasma. It did make my skin look shiny!

[@kathleen9456]

Me too! Pretty disheartening that the spots don’t budge

[@mabinty]

This me, 2 years of tretinoin hyperpigmentaton still the same

[@alonaampuan6834]

perhaps bad diet, or using a bad sunscreen

[@jaimecohen5616]

@@alonaampuan6834great diet, lots of sunscreen, and full coverage hat. My face never sees the sun 😆.

[@stephano_jvr]

I started using azelaic acid when my Dr prescribed it to me. It worked like magic for me. I was so happy after a few days. I would start using it every other day though. So I alternate between my azelaic acid and the geek and gorgeous retinal. Skin takes time to see the results with the retinal but it's worth it. The azelaic acid worked within a few days for me though. 100% recommend.

[@grespinosa]

I used The Ordinary azelaic acid for well over a year with no changes in my rosacea or dark spots, just tons of irritation. I switched to Paula’s Choice azelaic acid, it calmed my redness some but was still irritating. I set it aside for now to try Maelove Fade Away Brightening Serum. 🤦🏽‍♀️🙄

[@ginaqueirolo1380]

A M A Z I N G video!! I can watch it over and over. Thank you!!

[@AlizMari23]

Your natural hair! 😍😍

[@Vanessadelanoy]

Loved agency! The dark spot treatment was awesome! 🙌🏽 Such great info in this vid!

[@lovelightb2603]

Hey Cassandra, video request here please. Please can you make an informative video on Kojic Acid for hyperpigmentation? Pleeeeeaaaaase ☺️

[@christinejoynoquera1812]

Oh, I could watch and listen to your videos whole day. Arghhhh very informative videos

[@bookswithcrys]

I have loved the agency dark spot formula. The vast majority of the age spots and freckles have gone in less than 3 months. I wish the future formula would erase the wrinkles as quickly.

[@hitomitomtom]

Fan from Japan 🇯🇵

[@a.e.1350]

I have a dark scar from a pimple for 16 years now.

[@hettyherz]

I asked my GPs about something that helps with hyperpigmentation which tends to stay for weeks or even a year or more after any cut, and they told me that there's no such a thing and they cannot neither prescribe nor recommend anything OTC unless I want to spend money just for the sake of spending. Same thing told me dermatologists. Same thing in Spain and in Israel - two countries with high healthcare level.

[@huizylove]

I would like the routine you use in times you use them and when you stop using it. Like a second video with your picks and routine. Thank you❤

[@bethdejuan8909]

I went to a dermatologist because I have melasma since in my late 20's it started with sunburn. The dermatologist said to me if your are happy this marks doesn't matter. I chicken out and leave my melasma alone. I use just a lightener.

[@vietnamemperor123461]

You forgot about cysteamine in your cheat sheet. This is also a very potent ingredient that had been proven to be effective on skin pigmentation. It's safe on all skin type and can be used forever without side effect. Cysteamine are considered to be an alternative option replacement for those have bad reaction to hydroquinone which is considered to be the gold standard for treating hyperpigmentation.

[@burhan.k.r.n1164]

name a product with cysteamine

[@rnancyp7986]

the cheat sheet is verrrry helpful, thank you!

[@trinichandy3049]

Thank you for sharing these amazing products. All the best in the New Year.

[@Chewberika]

Thank you so much. Hormonal hyperpigmentation is making me look like I have been in a fist fight.

[@bgbell3049]

Excellent video. A lot of info well organized and presented.

[@nomadicrn7674]

Interesting. I've been treating my dark spots for a few years. My dermatologist first did an in office spray of the one dark spot in the middle of my cheek (missing a small part of it) and then prescribed Triluma which caused what I call "skin staining", where it darkened the additional spots I applied it to. So not only did it make my spots worse, it created more. When I returned to ask if I could get the part of the spot she missed with the nitro spray, she said no- she would rather I do "lasering". I didn't understand what that was, all she had told me was it could take several treatments to have affect. Without knowing how many treatments, and knowing each treatment was expensive, plus I traveled very frequently for work, so anything that requires me to return is challenging, I decided to just leave my face alone. It took over a year for some of the Triluma spots to fade. While working in California, some of my friends went to a nurse starting her own business and gave us a deal on an IPL session. I didn't notice any changes. My face was pink just after, but fine a few hours later. No change at all. Waste of money. I went back to Hawaii (which is where I got most of my sun damage) and visited a local that did a "freeze cream" on my spots. It immediately created dark scabs. She advised slathering them with honey for a few hours before bed which did help the scabs heal in a week and my face looked AMAZING... for a few weeks. Then the dark spots came back with vengeance. I did it again. Again they went away and then came back, this time it seemed to create more dark spots which stayed. I came back to the mainland and called my original dermatologists office who booked me for the "laser treatments" which I found out was IPL. After my first IPL at the derms office, I had the "cookie crumble" response, where tons of tiny dark scabs work their way to the surface and flake off. These helped remove some of the smaller new spots, but I didn't notice a big difference to the dark spots under my eyes and the upper sides of my cheeks. I did a second round of IPL with less cookie crumble response and not really any change. It's been a few months. I thought I'd try one more IPL round to see what it does and then just live with these inevitable liver spots in my 30s.

[@marquelovas2499]

I loved all the info. But as a beginner I don’t know where to start. Hyper pigmentation is my main problem.

[@vsTantastic]

U hit it on the head! Sometimes others don’t readily see what gives us insecurities. Tho I only wish to clear pigmentation in certain spots, I saw a KZbinr this morning who uses Permanence skincare, which extremely lightened her skin within 11 yrs. She also mentioned a seemingly questionable skincare called Petals + Gloss. I love ur expert education.

[@blessing5194]

Y😢😢 😊

[@eggytoast]

Licorice root extract is proven to help uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation. Unfortunately there's no affordable product available so make I just mix SPF30 sunscreen with the liquid licorice extract. I also recommend gentle exfoliation with Boots own brand scrub

[@learnengstudents6209]

How u used liquirice pls reply ,is it effective

[@theresatopcat8205]

So much good information.

[@egohernyo993]

Cassandra! I really love your content. And the main reason is your personality. keep going!

[@Always_Meeka]

Great information, but you definitely spoke really fast and it was hard to keep up with the information. I can understand the need to want to get it all in under a certain time marker, but we need to be able to hear and process what you’re saying. Thanks, but I’ll have to continue to watch Dr Dray.

[@grespinosa]

You can adjust the playback speed to slow it down. I actually speed up her videos since I’m short on time.

[@eleyzee4196]

Cassandra you should review the Theraface Pro by Therabody. It's a 6 in 1 facial tool with microcurrent,led light and a bunch of other attachments.

[@Randomness6969]

Your curls look beautiful 🥰

[@tinksspixiedust]

At 2:25, you say hypopigmentation when you meant to say hyperpigmentation. (I listened several times to be sure.) A text banner should correct it, but maybe you’re not allowed to edit vids once they’re posted, which would really suck. Anyway, thought you’d want to know.

[@rubinarashid6331]

Low ferritin level HypoThyroid Insuline resistance Sugary foods All are triggering factors

[@Yuyu99000]

I’m living for your hair ouffffff🖤

[@anthonym3286]

i took your product recommendations from your other hyperpigmentation video, and my pigmentation has cleared up so such thanks to you, and I have no doubt all of it will go away :)

[@msjones5523]

Which video is that please?

[@manpreetkaurbaidwan9121]

Which products u used ??

[@anthonym3286]

@@msjones5523 its called the key to hyperpigmentation

[@anthonym3286]

@@manpreetkaurbaidwan9121 yttp superfood cleanser, vitamin c, superoxide dismutase, sunscreen

[@msjones5523]

@@anthonym3286 thank you!