La Roche-Posay — MelaB3/Corrector Set
Derm set for an anti-spot routine.
- Niacinamide + spot actives
- Sensitive skin
Melasma / Dark spots
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Goal: a more even, radiant and confident complexion.
Garnier — Vitamin C Anti-Dark Spot Serum
Budget-friendly brightening start.
- Vitamin C + niacinamide
- Dull tone, diffuse spots
Paula’s Choice — 10% Azelaic Acid Booster
Targets spots/redness; mix with your cream.
- Azelaic acid + niacinamide
- Combo/sensitive
Vichy — Liftactiv Vitamin C 15%
Glow boost + tone uniformity.
- Concentrated Vitamin C
- Dull skin
The Ordinary — Azelaic Acid 10%
Light-feel classic for dark marks.
- Azelaic acid 10%
- Post-inflammatory marks
Eucerin — Anti-Pigment Dual Serum
Derm reference for stubborn spots.
- Patented Thiamidol
- All skin types
ISDIN — FotoUltra 100 Spot Prevent SPF50+
Very high photoprotection to prevent relapses.
- Ultra-high SPF
- Melasma-prone skin
La Roche-Posay — Anthelios SPF50+
Broad-spectrum UVA/UVB, face-friendly.
- Daily protection
- Sensitive skin
Simple routine
- AM: gentle cleanser → anti-spot serum/cream → moisturiser → SPF 50+
- PM: cleanser → targeted treatment → moisturiser
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Warnings & precautions
- Hydroquinone: regulated ingredient. Use only under medical/dermatology supervision.
- Retinoids (retinol, tretinoin, adapalene): photosensitising. Introduce slowly at night; pair with daily SPF 50+.
- Pregnancy / breastfeeding: avoid retinoids. Seek medical advice before depigmenting treatments.
- Sensitive skin: prefer niacinamide / azelaic acid; perform a 24–48 h patch test.
- Unusual irritation: stop use and consult a professional.
- Sun exposure: without daily sunscreen, pigmentation rebounds; reapply every 2–3 h outdoors.
General information only — not a substitute for personalised medical advice.