6 Must-Try Acne Fade Creams

African-American skin is especially sensitive when it comes to hyper-pigmentation. The smallest cut, zit or even ingrown hair can cause major discoloration. That’s why fade-creams are a must-have item to keep your skin smooth and scar-free. Below are the top 6 most-effective and budget friendly fade creams on the market:

Porcelana Dark Spots Nighttime Treatment –This nighttime formula contains the main active ingredient, Hydroquinone  and antioxidants along with botanical extracts which aid in fading discolorations. This combination of ingredients also helps in firming the skin. Effects can be seen in as little as 3 months.

Price: $8.46 

Esoterica Daytime Fade Cream – Perfect for oily skin. This formula is extra-light and can even be worn underneath make-up. Essentially for fading dark spots, this cream also has a sunscreen to protect the skin from further damage.

Price: $7.00

Palmer’s Skin Success Fade Cream – Containing vitamin’s C and E, this  cream is excellent for evening complexion. The formula fades dark spots more quickly than other creams.

Price: $8.00

Nadinola Skin Discoloration Fade Cream – This smooth cream leaves skin softer, while fading dark spots. It even fades the dark areas that can occur when using oral contraceptives.

Price: $7.29

Clear Essence Advance Complex Fade Gel – Made specifically for oily skin this product not only fades dark spots, but blemishes as well. This product also contains a sunscreen to protect skin from UV rays and prevent blemishes from returning.  The gel-based product seeps in to skin far better than creams and is especially designed for people of color.

Price: $7.00

Ambi Fade Cream – Provides sun protection while fighting discoloration and uneven complexions with active ingredients Hydroquinone and vitamin E. Results can be seen in as much as 2 weeks.

Price: $5.00

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