Does benzoyle peroxide help to lighten skin?

I have a bit of sun damage on my cheekbones and was wondering if bezoyle peroxide would lighten it.

Does benzoyle peroxide help to lighten skin?
I have BenzaClin and it has benzoyle peroxide in it. It totally ruined a couple of my favorite shirts cuz it has some kinda bleaching agent in it. It doesnt lighten skin I dont think, but it lightens hair.








Use a loofah or something to scrub away dead skin cells that are damaged.
Reply:no it just kills germs, but it will lighten your hair
Reply:No
Reply:no it wont help soory but what u can do is keep lotion on it and dont go in the sun alot n it will lighten up
Reply:NO dont use that u know i can help u with that sun damage what u shoud apply is pure rosewater before stepping outside in sun that would relieve well.
Reply:no, but it works pretty well for acne

oleander

What is causing a change in skin pigmentation around the eyes?

I have always had dark circles and puffiness under the eyes, but in the last few months patches of lightend skin has developed under and above the eyes in the same places on each side, above the eye, on the inner corner, under the brow, and below the eye also towards the inner corner. The lightened skin is on the same place under and above both eyes. I hope this not too confusing. If anybody has this or knows what might be causing this please let me know, Thankyou.

What is causing a change in skin pigmentation around the eyes?
I'm not a dermatologist... that's really who you should consult... but I can tell you that there is a condition called vitiligo that can cause light patches of skin on people of all colors (not just black people.) Other things that can cause skin pigmentation changes are lupus (REQUIRES medical attention - type Lupus in your search bar and all kinds of info will come up) and melasma (non-lethal, I have it, no big deal) but I think both of those usually create dark splotches on the face rather than light spots. Age %26amp; medications could have something to do with it too... if you can't afford to see a doctor, I would ask a pharmacist - they might recognize it right off and direct you to something over the counter. Good luck!

Mary kay skin lightning?

the white esssense if you use the whole product, mask, cleanser, 3 lotions 3 times a day.. will it lighten skin? and how fast?

Mary kay skin lightning?
I do not think it will go 3-4 shades lighter.. but u could try..


be careful...





U don't need a skin problem.. it is the holidays.


good luck,, Merry Christmas..
Reply:my friend uses this (she had a seriuos tan and wanted it go by picture day, don't ask. apperntly tan skin looks bad in pictures.) it works pretty well, but why do you want to lighten your skin??? (it took about a week, but she had a tan atop already tan skin.)

Does Porcelana lighten skin? Is it unhealthy for skin?

I dont know havent heard of it. As all I know Diana stalder products/ vicki belo. They have the best skin whitening lightening products and very effective and not only that its a lot cheaper but very safe and their products does not contain any hydroquinone or mercury... check out customers testimonails and you will be amaze...

Acne, skin complexion?

is it true that acne is related to the hormonal system and is worsened by ejaculation? how does one cure acne?





also, is there any way to get rid of facial mark and/or lighten skin complexion?

Acne, skin complexion?
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3.2 AVAILABLE TREATMENTS


3.2.1 Exfoliating the skin


3.2.2 Topical Bactericidals


3.2.3 Topical antibiotics


3.2.4 Oral antibiotics


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3.2.7 Oral retinoids


3.2.8 Phototherapy


3.2.8.1 Blue and red light


3.2.8.2 Photodynamic therapy


3.3 Less widely used treatments


3.4 FUTURE TREATMENTS


3.5 Preferred treatments by types of acne vulgaris


4 ACNE SCARS


5 See also


6 References


7 Footnotes


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Reply:You can try these websites
Reply:one of the hard things about acne is that there's so many products to try. i've probably tried like 20 different products, until i settled on a product called beautiful skin. it's a whole regimen that, in my opinion, works better than proactiv.
Reply:here's a link to some I found on ebay
Reply:Yes. It is widely believed that hormone are resonsible for the the extra oil production which leads to clogging of the pore and threfore acne.However there is no correlation between maturbation and sex.. Thre are number of treatments on the market which either use Benzoyl peroxie or salicylic acid. beheyond that you run into prescription mediciations.

rhododendron

How does pearl cream help skin?

I know that it's supposed to keep skin from aging and keep skin smooth, as well as help with acne marks. Has anyone here been using it regularly? Does anyone know how long it takes before it really has a noticeable affect (such as fading of scars, less acne, lightened skin tone, etc)?

How does pearl cream help skin?
before you buy any skin lightening product, read this article to guide you how to choose safe skin lighteners, and maintain fair skin that's free of dark pigmentations or uneven skin tone -

Skin bleach???

well my hands are a bit darker than my arms and so are my feet


is there any cream that you would recommend that helps tone or lightened skin?





-thanks =]

Skin bleach???
I wouldn't try to bleach your hands and feet. It would be better (and the products less expensive) if you used tanning products on your arms and legs. Make sure to apply it evenly. I also apply other lotion OVER the tanning lotion, the smooth out the edges because you can't always tell where you left off on the tanning lotion and you could end up with it being obvious that you used tanner.

Skin bleach?

well my hands are a bit darker than my arms and so are my feet


is there any cream that you would recommend that helps tone or lightened skin?





-thanks =]

Skin bleach?
dermaline skin whitening cream..


it's potent enough to get rid of dark skin pigmentations.

Lighten skin??

I'm going to be on a diving team...I hate wearing bathing suits, mostly because my bikini line is much darker then my legs.








and my underarms are darker too.





is there any way to get rid of this? some cream or home remedies, anything??=/.

Lighten skin??
I've read that you can use lemon juice on those dark spots for it to go away and that it actaully works!

star of bethlehem

Lighten skin?

parts of my body "tan" from the sun and i really dont like it, i was wondering if anyone knew anythingi could use to remove it... taht was safe!

Lighten skin?
apply lemon mixed with equal parts of honey and glycerene and wash with water 15mins
Reply:Use exfoliating shower gel, and make sure to use a complete sun block if you dont want to tan
Reply:woh thats strange...people out there killing to get a tan, and your dying to get rid of it
Reply:just wear total sun block on those parts you don't wish to tan. Forget lightening already tanned skin, it will fade gradually. Concentrate on prevention. It's better for your health anyway....

I have pale skin and would like to find out if there are any ways to darken my skin permentaly????????????????

i have red hair and fair skin. i'm very white and have never tanned. are there any treatments out there such as laser that i could use to darken my whole body? i've seen many to lighten skin but, none to darken.

I have pale skin and would like to find out if there are any ways to darken my skin permentaly????????????????
Join the pale skin club. I understand everything that your going through. I cannot tan if my life depended on it. I don't know if there's anything out there to darken your skin, but what i use is sunless tanning during the summer to get rid of my pasty white skin. But other than that, i have no idea.
Reply:there are some roots from plants in angola who can color your skin very dark, you have to put them in a bath and stay in the water for more than 40 minutes......





unfortunately I dont know the name of that root now, I have to check my diary...
Reply:I guess the self tanners don't work, huh?

Do lemons lighten skin tone?

I wanted to noe out of curiosity does lemon lighten face gradually?or does it take a long time

Do lemons lighten skin tone?
http://www.wikihow.com/Use-a-Lemon-to-Li...
Reply:Not in my experience. I'd say they just cause irritation. I've used lemons on my blonde hair to help strip product buildup, and before I've gone out in the sun to get the beachy look. I don't think they are strong enough for skin.
Reply:no they do not. But it will lighten your hair.

Skin whitner?

how long does docter palmers skint lightner take to lighten skin my friend is like pitch black lol and she wants to know how long it will take for her skin to get lighter when she starts using docter palmers

Skin whitner?
Tell your friend she is beautiful just the way she is! And remind her that trying to look like Michael Jackson is not normal!
Reply:What is up with people not embracing their color? Your friends should stop using it and learn to love her color.
Reply:Skin lighteners are bad for you.


Although they do work within a few days, it could leave uneven pigments so basically white blotches.


But they're still bad for the health.


End of story.
Reply:I am not sure how long but why would she want to do that. I understand it's hard growing up in a world which looks up to blonde hair and blue eyes (especially black culture where we prize black girls who are light). I don't wanna sound cheesy but she should be proud of her heritage and her skin.


Tell your friend that instead of using that money on skin lighteners use it on a therapist because she obviously has some serious self-confidence issues.





She should stop trying to fit in when she was born to stand out.

cymbidium

Dark skin problem?

im an african american and recently my skin has been getting darker. idont have a problem with dark skin ourn anything it just doesn't look right on me .Does anyone know any good products or remedies to lighten skin?

Dark skin problem?
well,natural remedis are always best!


take tomato juice,apply on the face,or on the areas where it became dark.tomato removes the tan.also,take som leamon juice and mix it with milk and apply.


p.s:-when you apply one of these,suppose say face,dont speak and move.let it dry completely and wash with warm water.do it regualrly.thats it!youre done!now,plese answer my questions na pls!
Reply:i have similar problem, i use ambi, coa coa butter and shea butter is good too. or you can try fade cream. find it at CVS or walgreens
Reply:???? nature has her way. n if u didn't have a problem with it then why are u bothering to ask?
Reply:You can use Ambi or any of the other fade creams, but you won't have all over lightening, those are for evening out dark sports from scars or dark sports. If you skin is getting darker, it could be from sun exposure, you need to use sun screen, yes, African Americans use sun screen! Other than whatever Michael Jackson did, I don't think there is anything you can do.
Reply:try to keep your self in an cool enviorment cool water, take a cold shower and stay out of the sun, i think black people can get darker faster, i was sitting in a car and the sun was beating down on me (my right arm) and i took a closer look at my arm and it looked inflated and dark..... it scared the -


H ~E double hocky stick out of me!!!!

Lemon and milk for skin discoloration?

I've heard that applying lemon juice to skin discoloration will lighten these dark spots.





however, should i not go out in the sun after doing so? ive also heard that this only causes more discoloration. If i do happen to go out into the sun, will applying sunscreen over the treated area slow the effects? and should i leave the juice on my skin or wash it off after ten minutes?





milk is commonly used to lighten skin. Will this also treat dark spots?

Lemon and milk for skin discoloration?
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Find out how lemon can be put to work for you--to give bounce to and shine to hair, lighten age spots or discoloration, smooth your feet, and make your skin look fresher and younger. Here’s how.


Lemon is rich in fruit acids that will gently remove dead skin cells and bleach darkened or discolored areas. We recommend you only use fresh-squeezed juice, not the bottled stuff, which contains anti-oxidizing chemicals that are harmful to the skin.





Discontinue using any of these formulas if you experience discomfort or sensitivity.





Here are our lovely, lively lemon beauty tips:





1. To lighten discolored elbows: cut a lemon in half and place one elbow in each half for approximately ten minutes. Lemon’s acids will gently break down the dark patches of skin so they may be washed away.





2. To exfoliate dead skin and diminish the appearance of freckles and age spots, gently rub a cut lemon and 1/2 teaspoon sugar granules over the skin for a few minutes. Repeat at least once a week until the darkened areas fade.





3. Another way to lighten age spots: simply sit with a slice of lemon applied directly to the area for ten minutes. Repeat once a week until spots fade.





4. Lemon hair conditioner: Mix the juice of one lemon with one cup warm water and apply to hair. Allow to remain for a few minutes, then rinse. This will add fresh bounce and shine.





5. Dandruff treatment: Mix a few tablespoons of fresh lemon with warm olive oil and rub gently into scalp. Allow to remain for 15 minutes, then shampoo and rinse as usual.





6. For smooth, pretty feet: In a foot bath, combine 1 cup of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup milk and enough water to fill the basin. (You may also add a few drops of your favorite essential oil for fragrance, if you like.) Soak feet for 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Do this once a week for several weeks for noticeably softer, smoother feet.





7. Astringent toner for oily skin: Combine the following--2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons vodka, 1 tablespoon distilled water, 1 teaspoon witch hazel. Apply with clean cloth or cotton balls to skin, then rinse. Caution: do not apply to broken skin, as it will sting! This formula will keep in the refrigerator for a week.





8. Lemon Juice Astringent Simple


Simple squeeze some lemon juice into a glass jar, and dab some onto your face every morning, let it set for 10 minutes, then wash it off with warm water followed by a moisturizer. Fresh lemon juice will last for 4-5 days.

Skin discolorations?

Anybody know any soaps or creams that will help discoloration I got it going down both my legs after I got pregnant and it won't go away help!! Also anything that will lighten skin overall and something that's cheap but works that I can use for a lifetime trying to achieve that pretty skin with a glow I want my skin back!!

Skin discolorations?
for good healthy skin use Proactive...see the infomercial on Saturdays. I know lots of people who use it and it works great!!!
Reply:Anything that is made to lighten age spots and freckles will work on your skin discolorations. You can find a reasonably priced product in any chain department store such as Wal*Mart.

Skin Discolorations in Ethnic Skin?

I am a minority and my knees and elbows are darker than the rest of my body. Also, I take birth control pills for a health problem I have and I have begun developing melasma on the cheeks (a darkening of the skin on the side of the face due to hormones). All you other people of color out there, what do you use to lighten skin discolorations such as these? How long did it take to fade? Thanks for your time.

Skin Discolorations in Ethnic Skin?
Use 100% cocoa butter and make sure you are very consistent when using this. You should see results if you are a consistent user! Also, I know they have ligtening/bleaching creams. I'm not sure how safe and accurate these products are, but you may want to talk with your dermatologist or take the time to research these products and see if anything fits your needs. Hope this helped!
Reply:I use a combinations of Ambi and Shea butter. I have been using Ambi since i was 15 and i am now 33.
Reply:I am a makeup artist and deal with this on a regular. There is actual skin lightening sticks that look like lip stick. People sale them in most beauty supply stores that cater to the ethnic community. IE: any place that sales weave or hair pieces. I used to manage a beauty supply store that sold tons of the stuff, and people would always come back for it. it actually has a sort of bleach in the ingredients that is safe for skin.
Reply:try diana stalder products the papaya kojic soap, whitening cream and lotion and for only $26.99 for the set of 3. You can never get cheaper than this website. You can check out customers testimonials and you will able to know which skin care you prefer to use. Compare prices before buying.


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orchid

Eating and sleeping problems related to pale skin?

A friend of mine has been recently appearing paler and paler. Not pretty pale but a sickly pallid color when she once had a golden glow. She claims that her sleeping problems (insomnia/sleep defeciency??) are the cause of her unusual coloring, but I suspect she has an eating disorder as well (anorexia?). I was wondering which would be the more likely cause of her skin's lightening. Thanks.

Eating and sleeping problems related to pale skin?
vegetarian, eh? try anemia -- lack of iron.


lack of protien can do that too.


does she eat spinnach or take iron pills? no? that's it. does she eat lots of cheeze and beans? no? that's it.


being unhealthy can interfeer with all aspects of ur life, i imaine it can make your sleep worse too.





lots of healthy vegetarians out there, but a lot of them are too thin and fragile (get sick a lot), and all vegans look sick and pale to me.

Skin toner?

My skin is very strange. I went to a dermatologist, and they said I had EXTREMELY sensitive skin that dries and cracks easily. I've tried some toners before, and they all dried my skin up like a chip, leaving awful scars and dark spots on my face. Anyone have any suggestions (other than makeup or surgical procedure, and tanning, which makes it worse) on what toner to use for extremely sensitive skin, or which product can lighten skin/spots?

Skin toner?
your skin is sensitive because you've been using synthetic toners. probbaly the best toner for you right now is just plain old chamomile tea (chamomile is so good for senstitive skin, and yes, teas make the best toners) soak the tea bag for 15 minutes, squeeze the remainder out and dab gently all over your face. get rid of any commercial products you have because all they do is cause more skin problems. and invest in good natural/organic porducts (upurea.com mountainroseherbs.com drhaushka.com gratefulbody.com)
Reply:Look for a toner with absolutely no alcohol in it. L'Oreal has one in a pink bottle that has a skin hydrater in it as well.





I don't know what you're using for a moisturizer, but make sure it's nice a thick [not one for your body, has to be specifically for your face] and it coats your skin thourougly.





You can use a product with hydroquinone in it to lighten spots on your face, or you can gradually fade them with a retinol product.





You can also look into low percentage chemical peels and microdermabrasion. These methods are more expensive, but you'll see results right away, and they will last longer.

Almond oil lighetening skin?

ive heard it lightens skin, but any at home remedies, that will lighten skin. i have a dark caramel complexion. i wanna make it light brown or caramel. Any remedies?or does almond oil lighten skin?

Almond oil lighetening skin?
i haven't heard of almond oil being able to lighten skin.. what i recommend for the face is a mild skin lightening soap.. my personal favorite is the black licorice soap.. remember, not all black soaps are the same.. some don't deliver results, but some are potent and effective. :-)