The best Korean whitening products. Rating of the best whitening face creams - from mass market cosmetics to professional ones

Ointment for age spots on the face whitens the skin well, giving it an even light tone. Bleaching agents normalize melanin production and also destroy melanocytes– cells that produce a pigment substance, due to which pigmentation disappears irrevocably.

The correct choice and use of whitening ointment will help get rid of freckles and age spots on the face

With the right choice and use of a cosmetic product, you can achieve good results.

Top 5 cosmetic whitening products from professional brands

L'Oreal Age Re-Perfect Pro-Calcium Cream

The product is produced by the leader of the French cosmetic products L'Oreal.

Age Re-Perfect Pro-Calcium cream from L’Oreal is recommended for women aged 50+

The active components of the drug are pro-calcium and SPF factor 15:

Calcium activates cellular metabolism and restores the skin at a deep level, making it more elastic and firm;
SPF factor is a filter that protects the skin from ultraviolet rays sun rays, which cause age spots, dry epidermis and the appearance of premature wrinkles.

The cream is recommended for women over 50 years of age: it moisturizes and brightens the skin, gives it firmness and elasticity. The period of use of the product is from 1 to 2.5 months. The price of this product is quite high - about 900 rubles for a 50 ml bottle.

DermoAntistress Chicco

Cream for age spots DermoAntistress, 40ml, Chicco is a product of the famous Italian brand Chicco.

DermoAntistress cream is absolutely safe, therefore it can be used by pregnant women

The main active ingredients of the cream are Jojoba oil, vitamins C and E., which give the skin:

hydration;
softening;
healing;
whitening;
prevention of new pigmentation;
natural protection from harmful external influences.

The product has been thoroughly tested for microbiological and dermatological properties.

The main advantage of the cream is that it can be used during pregnancy, since the product does not harm the health of the unborn child.

The cost of DermoAntistress cream, 40 ml, Chicco is about 500 rubles.

Prodigy Age Spot Reducer

Prodigy Age Spot Reducer is a whitening product from the French manufacturer Helena Rubinstein.

The cream contains Peruvian caesalpinia and gentian root in the form of extracts. Thanks to the properties of plant components, the cream has a healing and cosmetic effect:

Action of the cream:

has a general healing effect on the skin;
perfectly whitens dark spots on the face;
makes it brighter and lighter;
gives the skin an even color.

The price for one 40 ml bottle is more than 4,000 rubles.

Garnier Orquid Vital

Garnier Orquid Vital complex cream for age spots on the skin is an anti-aging product intended for older women. The country of origin of the cream is France.

The active substance - orchid - has a beneficial effect on middle-aged facial skin, moisturizing and smoothing wrinkles, and has a whitening effect. The cream is sold in bottles. 30 ml of this product costs from 600 to 1200 rubles.

Guerlain Orchidée Impériale White

Guerlain Orchidée Impériale White (Royal White Orchid) - whitening cream with white orchid extract.

Significantly reduces pigment spots on the skin of the face, helps reduce wrinkles. Deep hydration skin.

Apply 2 times a day every day for 4 weeks. This cream has a number of undeniable advantages, although it is not suitable for any budget.

Dispenser bottle 40 ml - from 12,000 to 22,000 rubles.

How to use whitening creams

The method of application is the same for all whitening products.

A small amount of ointment for pigment spots is applied to the face and neck area, cleansed from dust and sweat, evenly distributing the product, gently rubbing it into the skin. During treatment, contact with skin should be avoided. ultraviolet rays.

Note! When using a whitening product, you should protect your skin from sunlight using a special spray. sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat.

Top 5 inexpensive pharmaceutical ointments for skin pigmentation

According to domestic cosmetologists, ointments for age spots on the face produced by Russian pharmaceutical companies are cheaper than any imported whitening cream, but they are only slightly inferior in quality.

Among the most popular and effective remedies, experts note the following Russian-made products.

Table 1. Russian-made ointments for age spots

Name (ointment), Price (average for Moscow)	Compound	Beneficial features	Indications	Rules of application
Synthomycin liniment 5 rub	Chlorampheniol, castor oil	Antibacterial ointment, with a brightening effect, anti-inflammatory, softening effect	Pustular skin lesions, ulcers, burns, acne, boils, age spots from acne	For treatment, the ointment is applied to clean, dry skin, pointwise to each 42-6 inflammation. To lighten, apply a thick layer to the face for 1-3 hours. The procedure is carried out daily for one to three weeks.
Salicylic 25-30 rub.	Salicylic acid + excipients	Softens and removes upper layer skin	Antiseptic anti-inflammatory, antiseborrheic effect	Apply three times a day to pigmented areas for a month
Zinc 15-30 rub.	Zinc oxide, Vaseline, lanoline, fish oil, parabens	Drying, astringent, anti-inflammatory, whitening effect	Diaper dermatitis, prickly heat, acne, shallow scratches, small cuts, burns, age spots, pimples	Treatment of acne: the procedure is used to steam the face and cleanse it of blackheads. Impose thin layer 4-6 times a day for clean skin
Sulfuric 20-60 rub. 60-150 rub.	Arbutin, dairy and fruit acid, licorice extract, vitamin C, glycerin	Calming, anti-inflammatory effect. Cleansing and whitening effect	Ointment for age spots on the face	Apply to face 2 times a day for 14 to 30 days. Next - 1 time in the morning

Interesting fact! If you keep the anti-age spot ointment on your face for just 20 minutes every day, then after 14 days you can get rid of age spots forever.

The best whitening ointments with a healing effect

Retinoic ointment

The main active ingredient is isotretinoin.

Manufacturer: Russia.

The product is a biologically active formula of vitamin A.

The medicine has dermatoprotective, keratolytic, antiseborrheic and anti-inflammatory effects; regulates the functioning of melanocytes.

Indications for use:

perioral dermatitis;
acne;
wrinkled skin;
pigment spots on the skin.

Should be applied to the skin 2 times a day. The full treatment course lasts from 4 to 6 weeks. The product is applied to the affected area of the skin 2 times a day. Duration of treatment is 4-6 weeks.

The cost of the ointment is 250-350 rubles.

Cream Melanativ

Active ingredients- alpha-arbutin, kojic acid, glycolic acid, vitamin E.

Advantages of the cream:

high anti-pigment activity;
decreased activity of melanin-producing cells;
high-quality whitening of dark areas and evening out skin color;
deep cleansing;
exfoliating effect;
cosmetic and therapeutic skin care.

The cream is used in evening time, during the treatment you should use sunscreen cosmetics. The product is safe and, with regular use, perfectly brightens the skin. Price - about 700 rubles.

Skinoren ointment

The product is produced in Germany by the Intendis business group of Bayer JSC.

Contains ointment- azalic acid, as well as additional components.

Has beneficial properties:

anti-inflammatory;
antibacterial;
keratolytic;
bacteriostatic.

Stops inflammatory processes in tissues, forms anti-inflammatory agents. When using Skinoren, abnormal melanocytes become non-viable. Thanks to the properties of the ointment, the surface of the skin becomes less oily.

Skinoren ointment is prescribed for acne, melasma and increased pigmentation.

During the treatment process, the product should be applied in an even thin layer and gently rubbed into the skin of the face. The procedure is carried out twice a day. Treatment with the drug is carried out from 4 weeks to several months to consolidate the effect.

When using the ointment, it is necessary to protect the skin from sunlight. If the product irritates the skin, you should use it once a day or replace it with another drug. Skinoren ointment for pigment spots on the face costs between 450-1200 rubles.

Belosalik ointment

The product contains salicylic acid and begamethasone. The main property of these components is effective cleansing affected areas of the skin and whitening of hyperpigmented skin not only in adults, but also in children.

The ointment is applied 2 times a day, applied to a clean smooth skin thin layer. The period of use of the product is 4 weeks. You can increase the treatment time by using the drug only once a day.

Belosalik ointment has a healing effect on the skin:

anti-inflammatory;
antiallergic;
antifungal;
antibacterial;
antiproliferative;
antipruritic effect.

The drug extinguishes inflammation on the skin, relieving itching, irritation and pain. The ointment is prescribed for skin pathologies. The price of the product varies between 300-450 rubles.

Clotrimazole ointment

Main active ingredient- clotrimazole.

Excipients:

polyethylene oxides;
propylene glycol;
methylparaben;
nipagin.

The drug is produced by pharmaceutical companies different countries in the form of gel, cream, solution, ointment.

Clotrimazole ointment qualitatively whitens pigment spots that appear due to age-related changes. Well moisturizes and treats flaking of dry facial skin.

Used for bacterial and fungal infections. The drug is prescribed in cases of hyperpigmentation caused by fungal skin disease.

Apply the ointment in a thin layer to the skin 2-3 times a day. Clotrimazole costs an average of 65-80 rubles.

Important to remember! Even a very high-quality whitening product may not bring the desired effect. After 2 months of using the cream without results, you should take a break for 1-2 weeks and try using another drug.

Almost any ointment for age spots on the face has its own contraindications and side effects.

Therefore, before using bleaching products, you should carefully read the instructions for use and, if necessary, consult a doctor. When using ointment, you must follow special instructions specified in the instructions.

Recipes for homemade whitening ointments made from natural ingredients

Whitening agent homemade can be a good addition to professional medicinal cosmetics.

Application professional cosmetics perfectly complemented by using homemade whitening products

You can use various natural whitening products:

berries;
dairy products;
citrus;
ointment for pigment spots on the face from various types cosmetic clay;
radish;
sauerkraut;
hydrogen peroxide;
dandelion juice;
lemon.

There are many effective recipes.

Cucumber mask

Ingredients:

pulp fresh cucumber- 50 g;
lemon juice - 5 ml;
borax - 5 g.

Mix all ingredients thoroughly, spread the resulting mixture onto the skin, cover with a light cloth napkin. Keep the mask on for 20 minutes. Then wash it off a little warm water.

You can use nourishing cream mixed with cucumber as a lightening agent. You can also replace cucumber with berries - black currants, strawberries, wild strawberries.

Whitening home remedies from natural ingredients must be used immediately after preparation. For long-term storage they are not suitable.

Be careful! Some components included in the whitening mask may cause an allergic reaction.

A homemade scrub is useful for removing age spots on the skin of the face. With its help you can easily remove dead skin. Thanks to this procedure, whitening will be more uniform and safe.

It is better to apply whitening masks before going to bed at night so that the skin can “rest.” In addition, this will protect it from the adverse effects of sunlight.

Homemade natural masks Use for oily skin 2 times a week, for dry skin - 1 time.

Be beautiful and healthy!

Useful video materials on how to get rid of age spots on the face and hands at home, prepare your own ointment

Review of home remedies to remove age spots on face and hands:

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How to use it correctly
Restrictions on use
Review of the best products

What is whitening cream and what is it for?

Whitening face cream - along with peelings, as well as skin-lightening serums and lotions - will be useful to anyone who is faced with the problem of pigmentation. To understand whether it is worth putting the prefix “hyper” in front of the word “pigmentation,” let’s find out what kind of phenomenon it is.

Cosmetologists call pigmentation pronounced darkening in some areas of the skin caused by excess melanin production. The reasons may be different:

genetic;

endocrine;

physical;

medicinal (chemical);

inflammatory.

It has been scientifically proven that pigment spots can be located in the epidermis, dermis and at their border. The result of the correction depends on the depth and degree of accumulation of melanin pigment: the deeper and denser it is, the more difficult it is to get rid of the spots.

Let's be honest: no cream will completely get rid of age spots. But cosmetics for home use can even out skin tone, reduce the size and contrast of spots.

Lightening cream will help reduce the intensity of pigmentation.

Special products are often used to maintain the effect after professional cosmetic procedures whitening, which include:

1
chemical peels;
2
mesotherapy;
3
phototherapy (IPL systems);
4
phonophoresis.

Great popularity in Lately won plasmatherapy- injections of the patient’s own blood plasma enriched with platelets and growth factors.

Whitening face creams usually contain acids such as glycolic, salicylic, and fruit. Experts advise using these products from October to April, when the sun is not too active.

Components of whitening creams

The main ingredients of brightening formulas are plant extracts and acids.

Plant extracts

1
Citrus

Lemon juice and orange zest are natural whitening ingredients. They also contain large amounts of vitamin C, which stimulates the production of collagen, which is responsible for skin elasticity. Getting on the surface of the epidermis, vitamin C reduces the activity of melanocytes - cells that produce the pigment melanin.
2
Liquorice root

The juice of this plant is Chinese medicine used to treat skin diseases. In the early 1990s, Japanese scientists discovered glabridin in licorice, a substance that can absorb UVA and UVB ultraviolet rays and also provide an excellent lightening effect. A little later, several more properties of licorice root extract were discovered - making the skin smoother and removing redness.
3
Bearberry leaves

One of the most popular ingredients in the cosmetic world. Bearberry leaf extract contains alpha-arbutin, which can lighten freckles and age spots.
4
Indian gooseberry

The extract of this plant is rich in antioxidants, including vitamin C. These substances protect skin cells from oxidative stress, thereby slowing down the aging process and preventing the appearance of pigmentation.

The basis of lightening cosmetic formulas is acids and plant extracts.

Acids

Salicylic acid accelerates skin exfoliation processes, reduces the severity of age spots.

Glycolic acid has exfoliating and whitening properties, helps reduce pigmentation and rejuvenate the skin.

Ferulic acid helps fight free radicals, increases the activity of vitamin C - the most active component as part of whitening cosmetics.

Alpha hydroxy acids(fruit, milk) have an exfoliating effect and can be used to remove the upper pigmented layer of the skin.

Ellagic acid normalizes excess melanin synthesis in the skin.

Kojic acid- white crystalline powder, which is obtained by microbiological synthesis. Reduces the production of tyrosinase, the enzyme responsible for the synthesis of melanin. It also works as an antioxidant and is suitable even for sensitive skin.

For a long time in Japan, kojic acid was used as a natural alternative. hydroquinone– a popular bleaching chemical component that is toxic and is not used in Europe and many other countries, including Russia.

Other components

1
Retinol (vitamin A) promotes skin regeneration.
2
Vitamin C regulates melanin synthesis, is a powerful antioxidant, stimulates collagen production in the skin.
3
Ferulic acid as an antioxidant, it prevents oxidative processes, fights hyperpigmentation and prevents its appearance.

When using a lightening cream, do not forget about sun protection.

How to use it correctly

The rules for using facial whitening products largely depend on their format.

Creams and serums based on glycolic and salicylic acid, as well as retinol, it is better to apply at night. During the day they can be used autumn-winter period when solar activity is reduced. And in any case, use products with sunscreen filters.

Whitening masks Apply a thick layer with the same components - preferably before bed. Use no more than 1-2 times a week to avoid causing irritation.

Peeling with glycolic acid (for home use) it is recommended to do it 1-2 times a week.

Serums with natural plant ingredients, apply in the morning after cleansing.

The golden rule in the fight against pigmentation: daily cream must contain sunscreen SPF factor 30 or 50, otherwise you will nullify all the efforts - both yours and your cosmetologist's.

Restrictions on use

Before you start looking for a whitening cream, we strongly recommend that you consult with a cosmetologist or dermatologist. Otherwise, there is a high risk of skin irritation or not achieving the desired effect. The specialist will prescribe you a course of lightening procedures that need to be carried out in the autumn-winter period, and will tell you which products are suitable for your skin type.

To get rid of freckles or other age spots, you can use a whitening face cream. We offer an overview of the most effective and popular means for combating pigmentation, as well as recommendations on how to lighten your face using home remedies.

Causes of hyperpigmentation

Human skin color is determined at the genetic level and depends on the amount of melanin pigment found in the cells. In addition to pigmentation inherent in nature itself, darkening of the epidermis can occur under the influence of ultraviolet rays after exposure to the sun or in a solarium. This is the so-called melanin pigmentation, or tanning.

In some cases, there is an accumulation of melanin in small areas, resulting in the formation of age spots that vary in shade and size. These include:

Freckles. They are more common in children and adults with blond or red hair.
Lentigines are small spots that resemble moles. Appear at a young age.
Chloasma are uneven spots that form in people with dark skin.
Age spots - occur in people over 45-50 years old.

The main reasons why increased pigmentation may occur include the following:

hormonal changes;
endocrine and gynecological diseases;
skin injuries;
chronic diseases of the digestive system, liver and biliary tract;
metabolic disease;
hypovitaminosis;
taking certain medications;
improper use of skin care products.

Pigment spots most often appear after long stay in the sun. Moreover, spring rays that fall on skin depigmented during the winter are considered the most aggressive.

People prone to freckles or other blemishes should apply special sunscreen to exposed areas protective equipment.

Ingredients of whitening creams

Whitening creams will help you cope with freckles and age spots on the face, hands or other parts of the body. Their action occurs in several directions:

removal of the upper keratinized layer of skin containing melanin;
normalization of pigment production, preventing the appearance of spots in the future;
moisturizing, softening the skin and saturating it with nutrients.

Before purchasing this or that bleaching product in a store or pharmacy, you should carefully read its composition. The main components that are present in skin whitening preparations include:

Ascorbic acid, which suppresses melanin production and strengthens blood vessels.
Hydroquinone, which slows down the functioning of melanocytes.
Glycolic acid promotes rapid regeneration skin after exfoliation and has an anti-aging effect.
Vitamin E - to improve the elasticity of the epidermis.
Arbutin, which reduces melanin synthesis in hyperpigmentation.
Tretinoin is a product based on retinol (vitamin A), which has an active softening and regenerating effect.
Sutilane is a substance that promotes rapid exfoliation of dead skin cells.
Panthenol is an anti-inflammatory and restorative dermatological agent.

Extracts are included as auxiliary ingredients in whitening creams. medicinal plants. They have a softening, moisturizing and nourishing effect, saturating the skin. essential minerals and vitamins.

Parsley, the greenery of which contains essential oils that whiten age spots.
Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory, wound healing and regenerating effects.
Angelica, the oil of which is a strong antiseptic and suppresses the production of melanin.
Jojoba oil actively nourishes and moisturizes the skin.
White mulberry - to strengthen capillaries.
Almond oil, which is a natural source of vitamin E.

Some whitening creams contain mercury, which is a highly effective agent in the fight against pigmentation. But these drugs should be used with great caution, since mercury is a toxic substance and is contraindicated for kidney and liver diseases, as well as for pregnant and lactating women.

How to choose a quality cream

Whitening products are most often positioned by manufacturers as universal, making no difference according to age or skin type. However, so that their use does not cause others dermatological problems, when purchasing, you should determine the most suitable cream yourself.

at oily skin the composition should contain drying and pore-narrowing substances - salicylic alcohol, caffeine or niacinamide;
for dry type you should choose creams with glycerin, apricot, macadamia or karite oil;
For women over 40 years of age, products containing collagen, lanolin, coenzymes and peptides are suitable.

If your skin is sensitive and prone to allergies, then the whitening cream should not contain substances that can cause irritation. Before applying the product to your face, you should test its effect on a small area of skin, for example, in the elbow or on the wrist.

Review of effective creams

When choosing a product for whitening freckles and other age spots, you should choose products from trusted brands that have gained popularity due to their high quality. The top 10 best and most effective whitening creams include the following:

Before purchasing lightening cosmetics, you should consult with a cosmetologist and read reviews from other buyers.

DIY whitening products

You can lighten your skin, remove freckles and other age spots using folk recipes based on parsley, lemon, cucumber, curdled milk, starch, honey.

Face masks

The components are connected immediately before use. The facial skin is pre-cleaned with a scrub, lotion or cosmetic milk and blotted with a napkin.

It is recommended to use whitening masks no more than 2 times a week, alternating with nourishing and moisturizing ones.. Typically, the effect is achieved after 4-5 procedures and lasts for several months, depending on the type and condition of the skin.

Herbal decoctions

You can lighten your face with decoctions of chamomile, mint, celandine, string, parsley, which are used either alone or in a mixture.

The dried raw materials are crushed and poured with boiling water at the rate of 1 glass of water per 2 tablespoons of raw materials.
Then keep in a water bath for half an hour, cool and filter.
The prepared decoction is applied in a targeted manner directly to age spots or a napkin is soaked in it and applied to the entire face.
After 15-20 minutes, wash with warm water and apply nourishing cream.

You can add lemon or cucumber juice to herbal decoctions, which will only enhance the whitening properties. If the liquid is poured into molds and frozen, then the cubes grass ice can be used to wipe the skin 2 times a day.

Homemade whitening creams

Vaseline, lanolin or regular baby cream are suitable as a base for preparing a lightening cream at home.

Lemon cream. Melt 25 g of lanolin in a water bath and cool. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of honey and the yolk of one egg. Mix everything thoroughly and transfer to a small jar. Apply to clean facial skin 1-2 times a day. Keep refrigerated.
Cucumber cream. Combine 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cucumber pulp with a small amount baby cream to form a mushy mass. Add 1 teaspoon of potato starch and 2-3 drops of mint oil. Apply on face and neck once a day. After 15 minutes, remove the residue with a napkin.
Honey cream. Combine 2 tablespoons of Vaseline with a teaspoon of honey, a tablespoon of aloe juice and a tablespoon of cognac. Stir and transfer to a glass container. Use as a night cream. Keep refrigerated.

Homemade creams have a limited shelf life. Therefore, they should be prepared in small portions and stored for no more than 5-7 days in a cool and dark place.

Rules for application to skin

Whitening creams and other products are a cross between cosmetic and medicines. Therefore, they should be used with extreme caution, adhering to the following recommendations:

Apply only to cleansed skin;
Do not use as a base for decorative cosmetics;
Before using a new product for the first time, be sure to test it on a small area;
do not allow the cream to get into your eyes;
During whitening, avoid prolonged exposure to the sun or visiting a solarium;
Use sunscreens simultaneously with lightening agents;
Do not use whitening cosmetics for more than 20 days.

Products to remove age spots or freckles should not be applied if the skin has wounds, inflammation, rashes or other signs of disease. In this case, you should postpone skin lightening and make an appointment with a dermatologist or qualified cosmetologist.

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How to use whitening face cream

Many women will ask: “Why bleach if tanning is in fashion”? Ask this question to women with age spots. They will tell you that they no longer want to see these flaws, so face whitening is very important for them. important point.

The problem of pigmentation most often occurs in spring or summer, when you especially want to look good. You can still put up with freckles, but extensive pigmentation causes incredible distress, even depression.

This is where it comes to the rescue. It is able to reduce the intense synthesis of melanin and remove the layer of epidermis with dark spots.

To avoid causing even more harm to your skin, follow the rules for applying the product:

Do not apply cream immediately before going out into the sun.
Apply the whitening product 1-2 hours before bed.
Use sunscreen.
The course of using the composition is 3 weeks, then you need to take a break.
Only when correct use The whitening product will give the effect that suits you.

Be careful - allergies!

Before using whitening products, do an allergy test. Apply a drop of product to the bend of your elbow and wait 20-30 minutes. If there is no irritation or itching, then use it for your health.

Cosmetologists advise doing whitening in the fall or winter, when there is no active sun. And in the summer, be sure to use sunscreen with a protection factor of at least 25. Apply it before going outside

How to choose a quality whitening cream

It is important to use only by safe means, because you have to lubricate your facial skin every day. When choosing a drug, pay attention to the composition. If there is toxic hydroquinone, then this is not your remedy.

Quite strong allergens are arbutin or kojic acid, but it causes less side effects than hydroquinone.

If available Beta carotene, which means that melanin production will quickly stop. It's good if it contains glycolic acid, promoting the gradual renewal of the epidermis.

Tretinol also promotes cell renewal. In addition, it accelerates the exfoliation of those cells that contain melanin. Do not use the drug with tretinol for longer than prescribed, so as not to cause excessive peeling of the epidermis.

Contains whitening agent good quality included fruit acid, parsley and others natural ingredients with a mild effect, as well as jojoba oil.

Many girls use the whitening series Natura Siberica. What's good about this line? Let's immediately name the main qualities:

Renews epidermal cells;
It gets in the way of withering, aging of the dermis;
Perfectly brightens the skin, providing it with a youthful glow, even tone;
It can be bought at a pharmacy.

Extremely effective drug from an Israeli company Renew appealed to many girls. In addition to whitening, it promotes renewal and restoration of the epidermis.

The drug White Pearl Radiance will gently get rid of freckles ( Classic Cream) With unique composition. It contains: seaweed, pearl powder, liposomes, which reduce the formation of melanin, moisturize the skin, and reduce wrinkles.

Korean oxygen preparation ( Storyderm) contains extracts of ginseng, “green caviar”, camellia and Schisandra chinensis, and licorice root. Suitable for all types of epidermis, has whitening, soothing, antioxidant properties. Very effective against age spots.

French manufacturers produce the drug ( White Effect). This day cream fights excess pigmentation and ensures soft, velvety skin.

In order not to be afraid of getting exposed to the sun's rays, choose night cream « White linen" This product is suitable for fair-skinned girls. The manufacturers of these products use only high-quality herbal ingredients, ensuring high efficiency.

Reviews confirm that unsightly spots leave the face, leaving clean, light skin.

No negative effects were noticed, since it contains a minimum of chemicals.

Budget cosmetics

TO budget funds refers to Bulgarian cream Achromin. But a low price does not mean a low quality product. The cream perfectly whitens stains that appear with increasing age. It also successfully fights spots that form due to hormonal imbalances in a woman’s body.

What does Achromin contain? It has a specific set of components:

Licorice root juice extract;
Lactic acid;
UV filters;
Lanolin and glycerin;
Pink scent.

The main component is an extract that helps even out the tone of the epidermis. But it contains hydroquinone, so do a test to see how your epidermis reacts.

If redness appears, rinse immediately with water and do not use again. Some women apply it pointwise to the spot, which after 2 weeks becomes much paler.

Pregnant and lactating women, as well as young people under 18 years of age, are not recommended to use this drug.

Cream appeared in pharmacies Clearvin, which became a real discovery for many girls. It not only whitens, but also gets rid of acne. Thanks to the natural components included in its composition, in its composition it belongs to Ayurveda preparations.

The herbs included in its composition effectively affect the deep layers of the epidermis, increasing tissue elasticity. To get an even greater whitening effect, clean the dermis with a scrub before applying Clearvin. The drug is best applied twice a day for 2-3 weeks.

DIY whitening product

You don't trust pharmaceutical products, then prepare yours, home composition. But to reduce melanin synthesis, first protect your skin from ultraviolet exposure. If freckles have already appeared, what should I do? Prepare an effective remedy with your own hands.

How to make whitening cream? A little patience, simple natural ingredients and the best care product are at your fingertips.

Honey and iodine

1 tbsp. honey;
1 tsp each Vaseline and castor oil;
2-3 drops of iodine.

Mix everything, put it in a bottle, and put it in the refrigerator. Warm in your hands before applying. The effect will be visible after the first use.

Lemon and yolk

2 tsp lemon ether or juice of 1 citrus;
1 yolk;
1 cup each of cream and water;
100 g vodka.

Mix everything, transfer to a bottle, and keep in the refrigerator. In addition to whitening properties, the composition has wonderful nutritional properties.

Lanolin and cucumber

15 g lanolin (dissolved);
50 g butter grape seeds;
1 tbsp. cucumber puree.

Place the mixture in a water bath and keep for 1 hour, covered with foil. After an hour, beat the mixture thoroughly. Keep in the refrigerator. Buy lanolin at the pharmacy.

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Rules for applying the cream:

Apply 1.5 hours before bedtime;
Use sun protection;
Course - 3 weeks.

Whitening face masks

To enhance the whitening effect, do useful masks.

From starch

Take 1 tsp. starch;
Dilute with lemon juice to form thick sour cream;
Apply the mixture to pronounced pigmentation;
Wash off after 25 minutes.

Cucumber remedy

Take 2 tbsp. cucumber puree;
Pour in 2 tsp. sour cream;
Add 4 tsp. fine parsley;
Add 1 tsp. lemon juice.

Mix the ingredients, apply to the face, leave for 20 minutes. Wash with water.

Parsley mask

4 tsp Grind parsley leaves in a blender;
Pour in 1 tsp. citrus juice;
Add 2 tsp. honey.

Apply the thoroughly mixed components to the skin and leave for 15 minutes. After the required time, wipe your face with a damp cloth, then wash with warm water.

Oat mixture

50 g kefir;
A handful of oatmeal.

Let the mixture sit for a while, then apply to your face. After 15 minutes, remove the mask with a damp cloth.

Lemon and sugar

10 g sugar;
1 tsp water;
1 egg white;
Juice of 1 citrus.

Apply the resulting mass to your face, leave for half an hour, then wash.

Tomato and flour

Puree 1 tomato;
2 tbsp. wheat flour.

Mix, apply to face, rinse after 20 minutes.

Kaolin mask

1 tbsp. powder;
juice of 1 cucumber;
1 tsp citrus pulp.

Keep the mixture on your face for no more than 15 minutes.

All natural ingredients, included in the masks, are excellent brighteners, absolutely safe for health, and therefore have no contraindications.

You can use essential oils that help lighten the pigment: aloe, parsley, grapefruit, sandalwood, vanilla, rosewood. Add 5-7 drops to the cream you use every day essential oil. The skin will gradually begin to lighten.

It is impossible to completely protect your face from the appearance of unwanted pigmentation. There can be many reasons why dark spots appear on the skin, but almost all of them can be dealt with with the help of a whitening cream. You just need to take a responsible approach to purchasing such a product, and also find out the rating of the best whitening face creams.

Before you go shopping for cream, you need to find out why dark spots appeared on your face. After all, it depends on which cream will work best.

Possible reasons include:

Freckles are one of the most common types of pigmentation on the skin. It is hereditary and manifests itself in the first years after the birth of a child. It is quite difficult to remove freckles with cosmetics, but you can lighten them with the help of whitening creams.

Vitiligo is a special type of pigmentation in which there is a lack of melanin in some areas of the skin. As a result, the skin forms light spots. This type is considered a serious disease and requires long-term treatment, which is prescribed by a specialist.

Lentigo is age spots appearing on the skin as a result of exposure to sunlight. This type of pigmentation is very common and can be easily corrected with whitening creams.

Chloasma manifests itself in the form of darkening of an intense shade with clear boundaries of the spots. The most common cause of such stains is malfunctions endocrine system, liver disease, inflammation of the genital organs, and the use of oral contraceptives. Chloasma can also appear due to prolonged exposure to the sun or abuse of tanning beds.

Melasma is a type of unwanted spots that appear in women during pregnancy. In this case, rather dark spots form on the face, located on the forehead, in the cheeks, bridge of the nose and above upper lip. Most often, such spots disappear immediately after childbirth and do not require any correction. But in some cases, darkening does not disappear spontaneously, then it is necessary to use lightening creams. In some cases, melasma can appear not only due to pregnancy, but also as a result of taking certain medications.

How to choose the right lightening cream

When choosing a lightening cream, you must first consider its composition. In addition to substances that should directly affect areas of darkening, the list of ingredients may include the following components:

Hydrochonine is a substance that inhibits the action of melanocytes. This component is highly effective, but at the same time very toxic. Therefore, creams containing hydrochonine should not be used for more than three months in a row. According to many experts, such creams should not be used at all, but due to high efficiency Manufacturers continue to include this component in their products.
Tretinol is necessary to stimulate cell renewal, due to accelerated exfoliation of tissues where pigmentation is present. If you use such means long time, persistent peeling of the skin develops.
Arbutin is herbal component, its effect is similar to that of hydrochonine, but unlike it, it does not give adverse reactions.
Beta-carotene is necessary to neutralize the receptors that produce melanin.
Glycolic acid is needed for the speed of skin cell renewal.
Ascorbic acid is necessary to improve metabolism, reduce melanin production and strengthen vascular walls.
Tocopherol is a natural antioxidant that rejuvenates the skin and lightens dark areas.
Lactic and mandelic acids moisturize the skin in deep layers and deliver nutrients deep into the skin and lighten pigmentation.
Plant extracts are necessary to provide a brightening effect and nourish the dermis.
Kojic acid is good at removing pigmentation, but is toxic. Therefore, it cannot be used for more than two months.

Rules for using whitening creams

Before using the whitening cream for the first time, you must do a test to determine the degree of sensitivity.

This is necessary because industrial whitening creams are highly concentrated and can cause an allergic reaction. To protect yourself from this, apply a small portion of the cream to the skin in the elbow area and wait for a while. If no redness, rashes, itching or other negative reactions appear, the cream can be used.

Before applying a cream with lightening properties, be sure to cleanse your face of dirt and makeup. To do this, simply wash your face with your usual cleanser.
Creams with a lightening effect are applied only at night. If you use them during the daytime, you can achieve the opposite effect and end up with even more freckles and dark spots on your skin. In the morning, the remaining cream is carefully removed.

During the day, the face should be protected from harmful effects ultraviolet. By applying a cream to the skin that has an appropriate protection factor of at least 30 units.

In the summer and spring months, solar activity increases several times, so it is better to avoid using lightening creams at this time. The best time to address the problem of unwanted pigmentation is from October to March.

To solve the problem successfully, you must use A complex approach. That is, along with the use of a lightening cream, it is necessary to cleanse the skin using scrubs, gommages, and skin masks, choosing them according to the type of skin. This will speed up the solution to the problem and prevent the appearance of new areas of unwanted darkening.

The best whitening creams from the mass market series

The main advantage of such creams is their low price, due to which the products are in great demand among buyers. The result of using such cosmetics, if present, is insignificant.

Natura Sinerica White

Among the ingredients of this cream there is an extract of Arctic cloudberry, which contains a lot ascorbic acid. This vitamin is known for its excellent restorative, regenerating and whitening properties. It is also known for its protective properties. In addition, the drug contains an extract of Siberian ginseng, which improves the condition of the skin and accelerates the regeneration process.

This cream also contains snow cladonia, which stimulates the process of cell renewal. To lighten the skin, the product contains an extract from turmeric root. It is also necessary to eliminate imperfections.

Advantages:

good composition;
inexpensive;
pleasant aroma;
economical consumption.

Flaws:

an allergic reaction is possible;

Average price from 460 rubles.

Himalaya Herbals

This cream contains a complex of vitamins and extracts of plants such as alfalfa and saffron. It contains no fragrances, preservatives or other harmful components. The cream has a pleasant aroma. The consistency is a little thick, but absorbs well without forming a surface film. The cream can serve as a good base for makeup.

Advantages:

good composition;
herbal components in the composition;
good absorbency;
can be used under makeup.

Flaws:

Doesn't whiten well enough.

Average price from 150 rubles.

The main components of this cream include kaolin, lactic acid, panthenol, cocoa butter, tocopherol and others. useful components. Due to the acid content, rapid renewal of the skin occurs, White clay The composition cleanses the epidermis and lightens it a little. The cream is economical in consumption.

Advantages:

good composition;
cares for the skin;
It is used sparingly.

Flaws:

insufficiently effective whitening;
Expensive.

Average price from 990 rubles.

Professional cosmetics to combat pigmentation

Professional skin lightening products are of excellent quality, but are much more expensive. The basis for high price becomes preliminary scientific work that precedes the creation effective means. Therefore, such products cope much better with pigmentation.

Whitening cream Gigi Retinol Forte

After using this cosmetic product, the result will be noticeable within a week. In this case, all darkening and age spots will be completely removed. In addition, there is a significant improvement in the condition of the skin.

This cream contains components such as complex organic acids, vitamin E, kojic, azelaic and glycolic acids, retinol, phenylalanine. At the same time, the product has a pleasant, unobtrusive odor and a non-greasy base. The texture is a little dense, but the cream is perfectly absorbed and does not form a sticky film on the skin.

Advantages:

good efficiency;
pleasant texture;
takes care of the skin.

Flaws:

Expensive;
should be used with caution, as allergic reactions are possible.

Average price from 3300 rubles.

Eldan UV 24h Perfect Cream

This cream works great on freckles and age spots. This cream works especially well if used in conjunction with other products in this line. This cream contains citric acid, lecithin, vitamins E, B3, titanium dioxide, panthenol. Thanks to the content of these components, the cream has a good degree of protection against solar activity. In addition, the cosmetic product also includes plant extracts.

Advantages:

removes pigmentation well;
protects against ultraviolet radiation;
takes care of the skin.

Flaws:

Expensive;
For good effect you need to use the entire line.

The average price is 4200 rubles.

Holy Land Whitening Cream

This cosmetics is especially respected by cosmetologists for its good price-quality ratio. The product copes well with any type of pigmentation. With its help you can eliminate freckles, postpartum and age-related pigmentation, consequences laser resurfacing and other cosmetic procedures.

The list of ingredients of this cream contains arbutin, red grape extract, Baikal skullcap rhizome extract, components from saxifrage and mulberry rhizomes, as well as kojic acid. Together, these components perfectly eliminate all types of darkening, and also exfoliate dead particles and improve microcirculation.

Due to the presence of the cream large quantity acids, adverse reactions are possible after use in the form of peeling. Take advantage of this cosmetic product This is possible only in the evening, and during the day you need to apply a moisturizer and additionally protect your face from exposure to sunlight.
First positive results can be noticed after two weeks of use. Many women note that this cream is the only one that helped eliminate unwanted pigmentation.