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Vitamin C
Vitamin C can also be effective at inhibiting melanin production. However, the tests that show it to be effective have used a concentration of over 5%, which is much more than what is usually used in cosmetic products. Vitamin C is also notoriously unstable, which means that by the time a cosmetic product containing it [...]
Choose the Right Whitening Soap
Today is the age where we have various ways of making ourselves whiter. Our skin normally solicits its color from hereditary traits and apparently some people want to improve on it. For most, it is important, particularly the women. But just make sure you do not overdo it. Excess whitening of your skin may make [...]
Papaya Helps Whiten your Skin
Fruits have been known to provide needed results. Apparently we have already discussed about calamansi, a citrus, to help in whitening certain portions of they body. Papaya is another one and normally you will notice it among products today. From soap to lotions, just check out the ingredients. This fruit is present. In fact some [...]
Kojic and Azelaic Acid
Kojic acid is actually a by-product of the fermentation of rice in the making of the Japanese wine sake and has been found to have a profound ability to inhibit the production of melanin in the skin. The use of the pure chemical is quite debated due to the fact that it can be a [...]
Glutathione – Does it Really Work ???
People have jumped onto the glutathione bandwagon ever since it was introduced as the best skin whitening product yet. As it turns out, glutathione is actually a molecule that is present in each and every cell which made it very attractive to researchers being naturally available, which raises another question, does it really work. Opinion [...]
Licorice – the Wonder Whitener
Godiva has been in the forefront of some of the best all natural plant extract skin care products for many years and their Licowhite skin whitener has met much success due to the amazing power of nature. Licorice was first tested by the Japanese who identified several potent skin care components present in the plant. [...]
Kojic Acid Soap
Image Source: img379.imageshack.us There are different whitening soaps we find in the market nowadays. One of the most widely used is Kojic Acid. It is a natural product derived from a mushroom in Japan. It has been successfully used to lighten pigment spots and skin discoloration. It is considered as a kind of popularly specialized [...]
Skin Whitening Tips
Image Source: www.mumbai.click.in The following home remedies for skin whitening, not only lighten the skin tone but promise a lighter complexion. However, best results are only achieved if they are inculcated as a part of daily routine. 1. Bring a shine to your face and remove your tan with a mix of one teaspoon each [...]
Kojic Acid
Kojic acid also inhibits melanin production. Derived from a fungus, it is a more natural skin whitening alternative to hydroquinone. Kojic acid is more effective when combined with glycolic acid, and can be extremely irritating to sensitive skin, so try a small test patch first. People using kojic acid products will usually see results within [...]
Hydroquinone
Hydroquinone is the most common skin whitening ingredient used in the U.S. It is available in concentrations of up to 2% in over-the-counter products, and stronger solutions (up to 4%) can be prescribed by a dermatologist. However, hydroquinone is banned in Europe and parts of Asia and Africa due to fear of a cancer risk. [...]