Hyperpigmentation

[bender_927]

Acne is not a huge issue for me per se, but I do have some dark spots on my face that I wouldn't mind removing.
Should I invest in Proactiv (with the dark spot corrector as my free gift), Clinique's Even Better Skin Corrector, or something else?

Use this post to discuss your skin concerns/solutions too!

Comments

[mi_nion]

I'm pretty broke myself. I am on a fixed income and only recently got insurance. If you don't have money to spend I would go natural. Cheap and easy often backfire. For one I would advise adjusting your skincare routine. Do you wash you face at least twice a day? Moisturize each time?

Stretch marks are often irreversible, but some people have success with coco butter rubbed into the scar. Scarfade gel isn't cheap, a small tube cost $50 but it was more than worth it. I don't think it would do anything for stretch marks. I used it for serious facial scarring. I had shingles, which blistered, scabbed and left pock marks.

For dark spots you can try some of the over the counter stuff, but honestly I haven't really seen it do much for AA skin. Those are often the side effects of acne. You can try the over the counter stuff, but I would start with drug store brands first. If you go to the department store ask for samples before you buy. Or save yourself some trouble and save up $50 and see a dermatologist. Even if you only go for one visit at least you can talk to them about what to do to improve things. Even with the scarfade I used I still have to use concealer to completely cover my scarring.
Also an FYI, When I as sick I wanted to use vitimin E. My doctor said it's okay for face but do not use anywhere near the eyes, since getting it in your eyes can be harmful.

[bender_927]

I can't honestly say I have a skincare routine. I wash with soap and water now and again. Seems to do well enough for keeping my pimples at bay, but for those that have been popped, their legacy remains. lol Vitamin E sounds like a viable solution. I might look into it.

Thank you for your advice. :D And for crushing my dreams about the stretch marks. lol