Get Brighter, More Even Skin with These Face Cleansers for Hyperpigmentation
Do you struggle with stubborn dark spots on your face that seem to take forever to fade? Are you trying to get brighter, more even-toned skin?
Finding good products to fade your dark spots (also known generally as hyperpigmentation) can be challenging but I’ve got you covered!
Once you know what may be causing your hyperpigmentation, you can then focus on trying to not only fade them but also prevent them in the future.
I've done the research and rounded up some of the best facial cleansers for hyperpigmentation for you.
Be sure to look at the entire series of skincare for fading dark spots on the face and body:
Body Washes for Fading Dark Spots
Body Lotions, Treatments, and Serums for Fading Dark Spots
Each product image is linked so you can learn more about the product; the links are not affiliate or sponsored links. Let's dive in!
1. Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Cleansing Bar
Price: $16 for the 2.0 oz; $25 for the 3.7 oz
Key ingredients: Kojic acid, Azelaic acid, Alpha Arbutin, Niacinamide
Features:
3-in-1 product that can be used as a cleanser, mask, and exfoliator
Blends multiple hyperpigmentation-fighting ingredients (listed above)
My go-to cleanser when I travel!
2. Neostrata Foaming Glycolic Wash
Price: $40 for 4.2 fl oz on Neostrata.com (but I also saw it on Walmart’s website for $26)
Key ingredients: Glycolic acid (18%), Lactobionic acid (2%)
Features:
The glycolic acid is great for polishing your skin to help make it feel smoother and look brighter and more even
Contains lactobionic acid, which is a more mild exfoliant that gently polishes and helps hydrate the skin
These active ingredients are balanced out with hydrating, skin-softening glycerin
3. Hero Cosmetics Clear Collective Exfoliating Jelly Cleanser
Price: $13 for 5.07 fl oz; $5 for 1.01 fl oz (travel size)
Key ingredients: Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Gluconolactone, Zinc PCA
Features:
Smooth out skin texture and fade hyperpigmentation with a combo of glycolic acid, mandelic acid, and gluconolactone
Unclog pores with willow bark extract, which is a more natural cousin of acne-fighting salicylic acid
Hydrate with hyaluronic acid and glycerin, while controlling oily skin with zinc PCA
4. Hyper Skin Hyper Even Gentle Brightening Gel Cleanser
Price: $28 for 5.0 fl oz
Key ingredients: Mandelic acid, Arbutin, Willow bark extract, Licorice root extract
Features:
Brighten skin and fight discoloration with its blend of arbutin, mandelic acid, and licorice root extract
Unclog pores with willow bark extract
The glycerin, aloe, and vitamin E help prevent your skin from over-drying
5. Revision Skincare Brightening Facial Wash
Price: $40 for 6.7 fl oz
Key ingredients: Glycolic Acid, Vitamin C, Licorice and Lily Extract
Features:
A blend of great hyperpigmentation-fighting ingredients to even out your skin tone
A good option for dark marks after an acne breakout because the salicylic acid can help prevent future acne
These powerful ingredients are balanced out with nourishing vitamin E and glycerin
6. The INKEY List Fulvic Acid Brightening Cleanser
Price: $11 for 5.0 fl oz
Key ingredients: Licorice Root Extract, Kakadum plum (rich in Vitamin C), Nordic Beauty Peat
Features:
Cleans and gently exfoliates to reveal brighter, more even skin
A good option if you have sensitive skin and want to fade hyperpigmentation
Glycerin and aloe help soothe skin and prevent irritation
7. Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Gentle Gel Cleanser
Price: $16 for 4.0 oz
Key ingredients: Azelaic acid, Alpha-Arbutin, Kojic Acid, Licorice Root Extract, Niacinamide, Retinol
Features:
An blend of great hyperpigmentation-fighting ingredients, without being too harsh on the skin
The azelaic acid can help fight both acne and hyperpigmentation!
Remember, consistency is key when it comes to skincare, so make sure to use these hyperpigmentation-fighting cleansers regularly and follow up with a good moisturizer and sunscreen.
Which of these hyperpigmentation-fighting cleansers have you tried? Or which ones are you interested in trying?
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Take care,
Mimi
