Brighten up those dark spots with these proven products

It’s important to read the fine print when a product touts clinically-shown results, because there’s a big difference between a high percentage of users saying they FELT their skin looked better after a certain number of weeks and a clinical or instrumental study that uses high-tech tools to assess skin improvement. When it comes to products that are designed to actually fix a legitimate skin concern, I tend to go with those that have solid science (and proof) behind them—because who wants to waste their time? If you share this skincare philosophy, you might want to check out Glytone’s new Enhance Brightening line…

Featuring a Solution, Serum and Hand Cream, these potent formulas are packed with exfoliating glycolic acid, tone-improving azelaic acid and niacinamide, hydrating hyaluronic acid, antioxidant vitamin E and malachite extract. Best of all, you’ll see improvement in the look of wrinkles and skin plumpness after one month—and a whopping 42% reduction in brown spots after three months!

I’ve been using the Solution and Serum once a day for the past few weeks (although you’re supposed to use the serum twice a day) and I have to say my skin is looking pretty good. I’m really enjoying the Solution, and in addition to exfoliating and brightening on its own, it also helps clear away any makeup or dirt my cleanser may have missed while prepping your skin for the Serum. With a light, fast-absorbing, hydrating texture, this follow-up step is a pleasure to use. I also have the Hand Cream on my night table—but I’ve learned a little goes a long way and I have to remember to focus on the backs of my hands and not slather it all over my arms. (It’s a habit.)

Part of me wants to save these products for after the summer so I have an anti-dark-spot arsenal on hand after more fun in the sun than usual—but life is short and I want to enjoy the results now!