How's it going people, My name is Eddie. Anyhow, I decided as of last week to get on the lightening wagon. I'm looking to get maybe 3 shades lighter. I recently bought nadinola from cvs, and I think its kind of working hopefully. It seems my face is turning red, lol. Honestly, I think I lightened maybe half a shade, after a week's usage. I also use retina(micro version) on top of that at nights, I read it in a post somewhere on here to do that. I'll probably take some pics, and chart my progress. But, the lightening that's happened so far is very subtle though. Anyway, your thoughts, advice and comments would be appreciated for this newbie lightener.

It's going great! Hi Eddie:)
Welcome aboard the lightening wagon.
I think your on the right track!
The redness may be from Retin A.
Seems many are having success with Nadinola, are you using the extra strength 3%hq cream? It's only a week so keep at and I'm sure you'll see even more results.

I used Nadinola years ago and it was just too greasy for my skin. Perhaps they changed their formula because I have not heard anyone complain about greasiness.

Thanks for the welcome nikkicute! Ya, I'm using the extra strength version, and so far it hasn't been too bad. My skin has been getting really flaky and dry though; but I've been using moisturizer and its helped. It is kind of greasy only when I apply a handful( I'm trying not to do that lol). So far the results have been gradual I suppose, I'll keep y'all informed.