Brightening · Serum
Hydroquinone
Prescription-only in the EU and many markets; oxidises and can stain with peroxides.
Tone-evening actives like alpha arbutin, tranexamic acid and liquorice fade dark spots and old blemish marks.
- Targets: dark spots
- When: Use in the evening.
- Pregnancy: commonly avoided during pregnancy and breastfeeding, check with a professional.
Keep on a separate day from
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Guidance based on ingredient data, not medical advice.