Pigmentation and dark spots are pesky little things. They pop up on your face, your hands and your décolletage without so much as a polite warning. And once they arrive, they tend to stick around, for a very long time. So now that we have successfully combated our dark circles, faded acne scars, and even found an anti-ageing serum for sensitive skin, it’s time for us to tackle those stubborn brown spots.
Although ageing is inevitable, uneven skin tone is something we can fight. Reclaim your glowy, youthful-looking complexion by employing one of these top pigmentation fighters.
They truly are some of the hardest-working skin tone correcting products available, but don’t just take our word for it – beautyheaven’s trusty reviewers have given them a big thumbs up, too…
Keep It Simple Skin Get Even Anti-Pigment Serum
The combination of niacinamide, amino acids, and tetrapeptides results in a powerful synergy that helps reduce dark spots, even out skin tone, and increase skin lightness. You can also expect to see results fast. The Keep It Simple Skin Get Even Anti-Pigment Serum provides visible results in under two weeks.
$49 at Priceline
La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Anti-Pigmentation Serum
The La Roche-Posay Pigmentclar Anti-Pigmentation Serum is an anti-dark spot serum formulated with a unique, highly potent formula containing ferulic acid and ginkgo. With regular use, enjoy a gentle exfoliation that works to visibly reduce pigmentation and unify uneven skin tones.
“This is my fourth week of using the serum and my dark spots are definitely less prominent and skin tone is a little more even. Im extremely happy with the result” – Elizabeth965
$50.49 (+ free shipping) at Chemist Warehouse
Olay Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream
Hydrate while you illuminate thanks to the Olay Regenerist Luminous Tone Perfecting Cream. This dark spot and discolouration fighter has been formulated with skin brightening N-Acetyl, niacinamide and glycerin to brighten, moisturiser and prevent future pigmentation.
“This new Regenerist tone perfecting cream is one of the product I bought when it was half price. I love the texture, it’s creaminess glides on my skin and feel smooth straight away.” – Rudy89
$24.95 at Chemist Warehouse
CLINIQUE Even Better Clinical™ Radical Dark Spot Corrector + Interrupter
The CLINIQUE Even Better Clinical™ Radical Dark Spot Corrector + Interrupter is a reformulated version of a longtime favourite. The new and improved formulation has been enriched with a double dose of brightening ingredients. In addition to that, the salicylic acid, vitamin C and yeast extract also work together to help the surface discolouration fade.
“After about 4-5 weeks of use, I noticed a definite improvement in my acne scarring. The redness had lessened and became more uniform to my normal skin tone. My face looked brighter and little spots I had on my right side (from driving, grr sunshine!) seemed to have faded a bit as well. I definitely saw results!” – Lana Lang
$80 at Clinique
Alpha-H Liquid Gold
Liquid Gold from Alpha-H contains the powerful combination of glycolic acid, licorice extract and silk proteins. The award-winning resurfacing treatment uses a low pH delivery system to fade dark spots, pigmentation, and sun damage effectively.
“It is also looking a lot brighter and just feeling fresh and soft in general. I am using it at night before a night cream. There is a slight tingle when you apply but it doesn’t irritate my sensitive skin.” – Midnight Blue
$59.46 at Adore Beauty
John Plunkett’s Skin Treatments Sunspot Cream
The medicated (check with your doctor before use) John Plunkett’s Skin Treatments Sunspot Cream works to gradually remove unwanted sun spot pigmentation in a two-phase attempt. First, by removing the sun damaged layers with a hit of salicylic acid (hello new skin cells), and then by implementing a moisture-boosting layer of urea that softens and soothes your skin.
$28.09 at Healthy Life
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Do you suffer from pigmentation or uneven skin tone? Have you used any of these skin-correcting products? Which ones have given you great results?
I bought that John Plunkett cream but it’s soooo thick and smells bad! My major pigmentation is just across my cheekbones near my under eye area, making my dark under eye circles look 100 times worse! Pretty sure it’s from my teens when I didn’t wear proper sunscreen and those oversized sunglasses, where the sun would hit my face under the gaps… then I have tiny pigmentation dots that look like freckles on my forehead and I hate them… have been using Retinol, AHAs and everything else to try and burn them out.. if still there by summer I’m considering laser
I have the same issue with that formula!
I really like the clinique one but so expensive. Maybe worth it?
It’s supposed to be really good but I’m yet to try it.
I like the Olay cream, I’ve used it with good results.
That’s good to know GeeJ. I love just about all of the Olay products I’ve tried.
It’s reduced your pigmentation?
My pigmentation is always worse in summer. Think it’s mainly caused by being on the pill.
Haven’t tried any of these products, maybe I need to.
I would love to try the Clinique.
Same here!
I’m 55 & I’m developing age spots on my forearms! Yikes! I’ve got a John Plunkett’s cream on the way, so I hope that works.
Just use it sparingly as it contains hydroquinone!
I think I am more in need of a concealer
I’ve honestly never tried a product for pigmentation, but I really need to!
I’ve come to accept my pigmentation. Problem is all these serums and whatnot stop working once you stop using them.
Great brands, the Alpha H looks amazing
I have the French one TRI VITA C30 30% VITAMIN C SERUM from the Discovery Bag. It smells bad, we shall see if it works after 90 days.
I had the Alpha one but I found it too harsh for my skin so I chucked it away.
I have the Alpha-H liquid Gold but I have not tried it yet. I need to finish other products first!
I get freckles so easily I just need to be outside for a few minutes for one to pop up!
I have alpha-h liquid gold on standby. The Olay perfecting cream looks good.
I’ve heard good things about the Alpha-H products.
My favourites are Elizabeth Arden Visible Brightening Spot Correcting Capsules, Jonn Plunkett’s Super De Pigment Moisturiser and Olay ProX Spot Fading Essence.