is this acid good for fading out facial melasma?
1596239
This product is excellent at fading melasma and hyperpigmentation from the skin. Used in conjunction with a bleaching agent (Kojic acid or hydroquinone) it is even more effective, they work well together. Make sure to be very careful about sunscreen use.
1596240
I have found it helpful. Darker skin tones should consult a doctor before use though. Don't expect miracle results too quickly. It's much stronger than anything you'll find in a store but it's not magic. I use once per week and my skin has never been better.
1596241
It probably will work for you, but it dod nothing for me other than burn my skin. I used it for a little over 2wks and didnt see any results. I was very disappointed in this product.
2088746
No it won't. Would help in fading out discoloration on your body. I don't use it on my face just my body. Hope this helps.
978508
Alpha Hydrox contains glycolic acid which helps turn over skin layers to reveal fresher skin. I think it would indeed help your situation. I know it helps acne and acne scars and it helps brown sunspots too. I don't see why it wouldn't help you.
759063
Yes. I believe it is made for the face. I have melasma and was instructed by my dermatologist to use it daily; and have been for almost a year now. A little goes a long way but it is not too heavy (at least not on my skin which tends to be dry). Hope this helps.
909391
I'm not sure what melasma is, but I am using it in the hope that it will remove some dark spots I have on my complexion. I noticed some improvement after one use, and will be trying it again in a few days. I'm sorry I cannot tell you more at this point in time. I thought that the price is low enough so that if it doesn't do everything I want, it is not a great loss. But, based on what I have seen so far, I feel optimistic. If you'd like more info, please feel free to ask the question again in a few weeks when I will have used it more.
2046458
I don't put this too close to my eyeballs... It really burns if you get it in your eye. I use it on the sides near where you would typically get crows feet. It's an amazing exfoliator. Really gets rid of fine lines and brightens the skin. It's ok for hyper pigmentation but not great. They have a collection specifically for sun damage/hyper pigmentation called Laser Free that may work better for you if that's what you're looking for. I made this purchase more for the fine line reduction and was pleased that it brightened my skin as a bonus. I hear good things about murad... They have a serum that is supposed to lighten dark spots
690566
It fades them a little bit but tca peels and glycolic acid peels are better for dark marks...it worked really well for my acne though...you'll see results after the first peel but the after around the fourth or fifth you get maximum results...i do them once every two to three weeks....
1927958
I don't have KP, however most of what I have read and discussed with other beauty product junkies suggests that lactic acid with the humectant urea is the most effective treatment. This is a good price for a good product but I don't know if this level of glycolic acid is strong enough for that use. A high 12% or higher lactic acid lotion like amlactin is probably your best bet for skin on your body. This is good for the face, gentle and doesn't cause ridiculous peeling/flaking skin and is a good way to build up your tolerance to acids, at least it did for me. I have used lactic acid facial peels and I love the results. I hope this helps, good luck!
1940708
It is my experience that regular use of this cream has lightened up some of the dark marks I have from acne. I believe it does even out my skin tone too. It's worth a try!
1558555
Hello! Yes, this will help smooth out that line of demarcation as it lifts the sun damage. Also using a hydroquinone based bleaching cream will accelerate the results as it shuts down melaninn production. Thank you!
218052
I use it to remove all masvara and eye makeup. I dont have flaking. Extreme reddish discoloration corners of eyes and going down. I hate it. Have to use great concealers as im a makeup junkie and wont give it up for this condition.
361696
Do not know... but it didn't do anything to the brown patches of age. Way back in time when pregnant, my dermatologist had me rinse my face with milk several times a day which helped with melasma, at least the "pulling feeling" you can get along with the brown.
909393
I also am having a melasma issue. If you find this works or something lose works, please let me know. My skin is getting so dark around my mouth that it is starting to look mustache like.
1097176
I would hesitate to do that because it burns and it leaves a brownish like scar if you are not adept at using acid. They have different strengths, but I have no faith or confidence in using this product. I have a burn on my back, so I would imagine if you used it on your face, you might not like the results. I would not, myself, recommend using it on the face. I would not take that chance.
1600472
Not sure - my Mom uses it. I know of people using the 'Rose water' ( liquid already prepared) to assist with dark areas on the face. I am not sure if this product provides/has similar properties to treat with such conditions. However if you are considering the product as a skin lighter - it does not fade or lighter the skin based on my observation of my mom.
1933102
I would not use this product for that purpose. This reduces melanin production for dark marks and will result in a light peeling. Possibly making your white spots raw and more white
1564505
Hey, knowing a little chemistry will help you with this. You don't want to dilute the strength but you can buffer it several ways. The easiest and least expensive is to use good old fashioned H2O. Before you apply the acid, rinse your face and leave it damp. The water will act as a buffer. You can also accomplish a similar result by just cutting down the amount of time you leave it on your skin. If your skin becomes too red after a use, take some baking soda and mix with water and apply to your face. Baking soda is a base that will neutralize any remaining acid. As your skin becomes "used to" the acid, you'll find you can leave it on longer and longer and will need to leave it on longer to achieve the same results. Hopefully, you're not starting out with 70% acid.