Hi, I need a little advice on hyperpigmentation problem in women of color I have this pigment problem and I've been using all types of products over the counter and prescription wise in order to reduce and lighten the color of my skin tone back to its natural state I recently order some expensive skin cream called meladerm on the internet and I've only been using is for a few days now, they say it works great on overly hyperpigmented skin and that's what I think I have. If any one out there know of a better product that works faster or less expensive please help me, I have suffered long enough. :o

I also see a dermatologist and there's not much they can do for me. :confused:

I was just about to say that maybe you should see your doctor to find out what causes it. I must say that I have hyperpigmentation under my arms, neck, knees and elbows but I have learnt to live with it.

I think the last thing you want to do it wicken your skin, a lot of 'lightening products' contain bleaching agents that have been banned to please be careful.

Maybe you should try and face this challenge in another why and ask yourself why is it so important to have an even skin tone. People should love you for who you are and not what you look like.

If the above paragraph doesn't impress you lemon is a natural bleaching ingredient, it is a slow process but there might be some changes. Have you thought of makeup? ~I don't mean like fashion fair or iman but there is specific waterproof makeup especially for parts of the body and the face called coverblend

Hope this helps!
Okudais:)

Hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone is a common problem for women of color. Try using a cream containing hydroquinone or kojic acid on the effected areas to help even out your skin tone. It may take 1-3 months for you to see results. At-home mild glycolic peels or microdermabrasion kits can also fade discolorations and improve your skin's texture and clarity. Please be sure to read the instructions carefully before using them. If you don't see any improvement from these products, you should see another dermatologist about a treatment option that's right for you.

I've got uneven skin tone. I've been using Diana Stalder soap and the cream. It contains kojic acid and licorice. It has slightly lightened my skin so far.

Since the Diana Stalder products contain kojic acid you might want to give it a try. But remember that everyone's skin is different, so what works for one may not work for you. Hopefully, you will have the same results as PunkChic.

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Originally Posted by okudaisi

I was just about to say that maybe you should see your doctor to find out what causes it. i must say that i have hyperpigmentation under my arms, neck, knees and elbows but i have learnt to live with it.

I think the last thing you want to do it wicken your skin, a lot of 'lightening products' contain bleaching agents that have been banned to please be careful.

Maybe you should try and face this challenge in another why and ask yourself why is it so important to have an even skin tone. People should love you for who you are and not what you look like.

if the above paragraph doesnt impress you lemon is a natural bleaching ingredient, it is a slow process but there might be some changes. Have you thought of makeup? ~I dont mean like fashion fair or iman but there is specific waterproof makeup especially for parts of the body and the face called coverblend

hope this helps!
okudais:)

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Hi, okudaisi

People in the USA don't think the way the UK thinks about beauty (No offense) but beauty in America is very important to the men especially the skin, if you don't have sexy skin in your vocabulary you can look forward to being an old maid by yourself for the rest of your life (No questions asked)!

And for that coverblend your talking about I already tried that I don't care for it because it smears off onto your clothing.

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Originally Posted by PrettyLady

Hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone is a common problem for women of color. Try using a cream containing hydroquinone or kojic acid on the effected areas to help even out your skin tone. It may take 1-3 months for you to see results. At-home mild glycolic peels or microdermabrasion kits can also fade discolorations and improve your skin's texture and clarity. Please be sure to read the instructions carefully before using them. If you don't see any improvement from these products, you should see another dermatologist about a treatment option that's right for you.

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Hi, PrettyLady

I just ordered some meladerm as I mentioned in my message board and I also use ambi skin cream I'm going to try the kojic acid if I don't see much results with the ones I'm using now I am very discouraged by these pigment problems on my skin I never had this problem before I don't understand why this is happening to me!:(

Inash41, hyperpigmentation is due to several factors such as genetics, sun exposure, increased hormone levels, pregnancy or oral contraceptive. Try using a Vitamin C cream along with your skin lightening cream to help fade the pigmented areas. Remember that it will take around 3 months or longer for skin lightening agents to produce results. Good luck, and I wish you all the best.