10 Products to Help Brighten Your Skin
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We all want that bright skin that looks youthful and glowing, but there’s so many products out there that all say they add brightness. How are we supposed to know which ones are worth their salt or are simply meh? Not bad, not great, but not bad…
I spent years crafting my skincare routine and spent more money than I care to think about trying to find the best products possible and — while not everyone’s skin is the same — many serums designed for brightening skin can be universal and provide stellar results.
Here’s a list of the 10 best products I’ve found to help brighten my skin! Hopefully you can find one that suits your skin perfectly and helps you get skin you absolutely love!
No 01. Kiehl’s Powerful Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate
There’s a reason this one is #1 on the list…because it’s #1, best of the best! Kiehl’s entire brand is absolutely amazing and I never met a product of theirs I didn’t absolutely love, but this one takes the cake for reducing dullness, fine lines and wrinkles, and skin’s elasticity. This potent concentrate is formulated with Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid, which provides skin with moisture and enhances whatever follows it so the rest of your skincare routine will get an extra kick every day!
No 02. The Ordinary Vitamin C Suspension 23% + HA Spheres 2%
The Ordinary has done a fantastic job at making quality skincare affordable while delivering luxury brand results and this Vitamin Cream is no exception. It’s a little grainy and can be tough on skin alone, so it’s best to apply a tiny bit in your hand, combine it with a moisturizing serum like the Dior Capture Youth Glow Booster Serum, then apply to skin. Personally, I love using the Dior Capture Youth Lift Sculptor Serum from this collection but if you need to really boost duller skin the Glow Booster is a great one to start with.
No 03. KORA Organics Turmeric Glow Moisturizer
This hydrating face cream smooths and plumps your skin while leaving you with a radiant glow. It’s best for normal, dry and combination skin but might be a little too much for oily skin types. I especially love the packaging which is refillable so once you’re done you can simply purchase the refill pod and reduce waste.
No 04. Lancôme Absolue the Serum
This serum is not on the cheaper side but oh my gosh it is just delicious! Every time I use it I’m still amazed with the results. Your skin looks like it has a layer of gold on it and the Serum works to renew surface cells all day long and feels like pure silk. Again, I love the minima carbon footprint mindset this product was created with so anytime you run out you can easily grab The Serum’s Refill tube and recycle the old one. If you want to add a luxurious item to your skincare this is worth the splurge!
No 05. Lancôme Absolue Soft Cream Revitalizing & Brightening Moisturizer
Like the Serum above, Lancôme’s Absolue Brightening Moisturizer truly nourishes and instantly brightens your skin. It’s creamy yet lightweight and packed with Grand Rose Extract for that coveted luminous glow.
No 06. Dr Dennis Gross Alpha Beta® Universal Daily Peel
If you want a daily brightening enhancer that also fights acne look no further than this multi-tasker. It’s a two-step anti-aging peel pad that comes packed with AHA/Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid and great all skin types! They also have an Ultra Gentle Solution for more sensitive skin, Extra Strength Solution for more oily skin, and a Ferulic + Retinol Wrinkle Recovery Solution for those of you who want that extra anti-aging boost. The Universal Daily Peel is a good place to start to see what really works best with your skin. If you’re not too sure what your skin type is just yet and want to test out this peel without spending too much on the wrong type there is a bundle with five of each three peels — trust me, five days is enough to see the difference with these babies!
No 07. CeraVe Vitamin C Brightening Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
Formulated with 10% L-Asorbic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid and 3 essential ceramides, this formula evens and brightens skin tone and restores the skin’s protective skin barrier for all skin types. It’s gentle enough to play well with everything in your skincare routine.
No 08. Peter Thomas Roth Potent-C™ Vitamin C Targeted Spot Brightener
If you have more specific dark spots in need of brightening you’ll love this targeted spot brightener! Spot treat your problem areas and be sure to use a good SPF daily for best results. Consider this your magic wand for those dark spots that just won’t seem to go away.
No 09. Paula’s Choice BOOST 10% Azelaic Acid Booster Gel
All my acne-prone people, listen up because this one’s for you! This product comes fully loaded with a star-studded list of ingredients like licorice root extract, Salicylic Acid and 10% Azelaic Acid to support skin brightening and clear out those stubborn acne scars, blemishes, and even out skin texture.
No 10. MD Complete Dark Spot Corrector
Designed to be used as a full face treatment, this corrector helps fade dark spots along with improving overall skin tone and texture. The ingredient list is one that keeps on giving with 2% hydroquinone (the top performer for skin lightening), Vitamin C, Alpha-Arbutin and Niacinamide to dramatically provide dermatologist-level results.
So, now you have some awesome options to try out and hopefully you can find a new favorite that will help you achieve a level of brightness that makes you feel bright & confident!
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