Whether you are concerned about
melasma, chloasma, age spots or just a dull, tired complexion in need of brightening, many ingredients are available to improve the condition of your skin.
Effective skin lightening agents include
kojic acid,
hydroquinone creams,
Vitamin C,
alpha hydroxy acids (mandelic acid in particular, is safe and effective for use on darker skin types) and
retinol.