Best whitening creams for face and skin care

 Everything you should know about lightening creams

• When it comes to cosmetics, our standards are raised, and we always look for those that promise us the best results. But how much do we know about them? On many occasions, we only let ourselves be carried away by what it tells us. In order to demand good results from your lightening cream, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about them.

  Are lightening creams really effective?

• If we ask many women what is the most effective cosmetic, surely most of them would answer that the anti-spot cream. Whitening creams really work mainly thanks to two factors. First of all, the spots are very visible, so the results can only be seen by paying attention to how they fade.

• In addition, these types of creams have a composition based on ingredients with depigmenting and whitening properties, so they are able to hide existing spots and prevent the appearance of new ones. However, as we will see later, not all of these ingredients are very beneficial for the skin.

• For this reason, despite the very good results that lightening creams usually offer, it is so important that, at the moment in which we begin to see the appearance of spots on our skin, we consult a dermatologist before starting to use a cream. of this type.

  What results can I expect from a lightening cream?

• Beyond what the commercials on TV promise, it is important that we are aware that lightening creams are not miraculous, but that they do provide results. These are specifically designed to combat three types of stains that are the most common that can appear:
• • Freckles: which, although for many they are a sign of personality, others desperately seek a way to get rid of them.
  • Spots produced by the sun or solar lentigines: they appear without us realizing it and it is often quite difficult to both eliminate them and prevent their appearance.

  • Depigmenting creams act against this type of spots on the skin, disguising them or preventing their future appearance. But, we reiterate the importance of consulting your dermatologist, since the skin (especially that of the face) is a very delicate area. In addition, the effectiveness will also depend on the consistency with which we apply the treatment.

  • Are lightening creams only for the face?

  • This is a question that we frequently ask ourselves, since these unsightly spots appear, in addition to the face, in other areas of the body, such as the hands, neck or low-cut . Well, we have good news, despite the fact that lightening creams are usually sold specifically for the face, you can also use them in other areas.

  • When and how should I apply the lightening cream?

  • If you are really looking for good results from your lightening cream, it will be essential that you be consistent and apply it correctly. This type of cream needs deep absorption, so specialists recommend waiting at least an hour to apply any other cosmetic on top of it.

  • It is best to apply it at night, after having done our usual facial cleansing routine. It will be easier for us following steps:
  • • Once we have finished cleaning the face (or the area on which the cream is going to be applied), make sure to dry the skin completely.
    • Regarding the amounts, in this case, the amount is not related to the effectiveness, so it is not necessary to apply too much cream.
    • Apply the cream on the spots with gentle circular movements to facilitate absorption.
    • Wait at least an hour before applying another cosmetic to your skin.

    
    

    How long does a depigmentation treatment with a lightening cream last?

    In general, to remove the usual stains, it will be enough to apply a treatment with a lightening cream. However, for more extreme cases, specialists recommend other types of treatments such as Dermalinfusion, Deka Q-Switched Synchro QS4 Laser or Melaspeel Peeling.

  • Do lightening creams have side effects?

    Like any product that we apply to the skin lightening creams can have side effects or cause allergic reactions. This not only depends on our skin type, but also on the composition of the cream. To avoid these bitter drinks, it is essential to check the ingredients before buying one.

    In fact, in relation to lightening creams, the OCU pronounces itself and warns about the consumption of creams with 2% hydroquinone, since "it is a substance with the status of medication and can pose a health risk" ( 6 ) . This ingredient has been shown to cause irritation, hyperpigmentation, ochronosis, or leukoderma.

    In addition, it is more than recommended that, before the first application, we test the cream on a neutral area (the hand or forearm, for example) to verify that we are not allergic.

    
    

    What other cosmetics can accompany the lightening cream in my nighttime beauty and facial care routine?

    We are tired of hearing about the great importance of our nighttime skin care routine, but the truth is that it is really essential so that the skin can regenerate overnight and look better when you wake up. Therefore, before using the lightening cream, it is convenient that we use:
  • A good make-up remover to remove any remaining make-up.
  • A facial tonic that soothes our skin and prepares it for the application of the cream.
  • A night cream, which we will apply to the rest of the areas where we do not have the spots.

  • Remember that skin care must be constant and requires a lot of care and attention. So, if what you want is to show off radiant, young skin without blemishes or blemishes, you know what you have to do.

  • other properties

  • Among the wide variety of lightening creams that you can find on the market, you will see options that also add more benefits for your skin, such as an anti-aging effect or sun protection. We know that sun exposure is one of the main causes of the appearance of spots on the skin.

  • For this reason, also to prevent the appearance of new spots, the ideal thing is that the whitening cream that we choose includes sunscreen. If, unfortunately, the cream that meets your needs does not have it, do not forget that you must always apply it, not only in summer, and you will notice the difference.

    
    

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