Discolouration and hyperpigmentation are skin issues that a lot of us struggle with. Not only can they occur very easily, usually after an inflammatory event like a pimple, but they also take very long to resolve and clear up. To combat these problems, it is important to focus on soothing and healing skincare products as well as those containing active ingredients that target melanin formation.
Australian tea tree leaf extract, niacinamide and salicylic acid are the main drivers to cleanse and purify oily, blemish-prone skin. The result is skin that is cleansed and balanced.
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A potent duo of vitamin C and Clinique’s proprietary CL302 Brightening Complex fights dark spots with ingredients such as antioxidant UP302, salicylic acid, glucosamine and yeast extract. The Interrupter Complex soothes and keeps irritation at bay to prevent future discolouration.
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This under-eye oil makes use of antioxidant-rich and moisturising oils including cranberry, argan and apricot to nourish and fend off problems such as dryness, dark circles, puffiness and fine lines away. The metal roller-ball tip also helps to cool and soothe the undereyes.
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Delivered through a two-layer compression sheet mask that stays tightly adhered to the skin, the serum contains kojic acid that targets tyrosine that causes melanin in the skin. The kojic acid works in conjunction with various plant extracts to reduce the appearance of melanin and dampen inflammation.
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This serum contains a whole list of potent active ingredients ranging from lansium extract and hexylresorcinol to soy peptide and adenosine. All of them work synergistically to combat dark spots, tone and brighten skin as well as improve the skin’s quality.
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This peel kit takes a two-step process to brighten and smooth skin. The first step employs a glycolic acid cream to exfoliate the skin and help skin cell renewal. The second is the peel lotion that balances the pH, soothes skin and kickstarts skin regeneration.
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