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There are plenty of ways to fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation, but nothing works better than a brightening serum. These products are designed to penetrate deep into the skin and deliver skin-brightening ingredients directly to the cells, promoting cellular turnover and a more even-looking complexion. Looking for the best anti-aging serum for dark spots? The Ordinary’s Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% is one of Sephora’s best-selling serums for discoloration due to its effective and fast-acting formula. Oh, and did we mention that it’s only $10?!
Try The Best Anti-Aging Serum For Dark Spots:
The Ordinary Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% ($10)
What It Does:
The Ordinary's Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% Serum uses a combination of eight percent ascorbic acid and two percent alpha arbutin to target brightening, dark spots, and multiple signs of aging.
Highlighted Ingredients:
Ascorbic Acid: Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant and its pure form of L-ascorbic acid has been shown to reverse multiple signs of skin aging while brightening the skin when applied topically.
Alpha Arbutin: Reduces the looks of spots and hyper-pigmentation. It is commonly paired with other skin brighteners like kojic acid, vitamin C or niacinamide for greater efficacy. "They all work on the same pathway leading to pigmentation and have a greater effect when paired together," explains Dr. Joshua Zeichner, the director of cosmetic and clinical research in dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital.
Promising Reviews From Sephora Shoppers:
"I spot treat my dark spots with this, just due to the fact that ALL AND ANY vit C causes me to break out into cystic acne. So far this has really worked. I noticed my dark spots and acne scars immediately lighter the next day!" - lolanozbest
"This is an amazing product for hyper pigmentation! After two days of once-a-night use, my hyper pigmentation from a previous pimple was completely gone! I agree that it can be oily but the trick is to use three drops all over your face and it should sink in well enough." - Emistar
"I have tried a few products from the ordinary and this is my favourite by far. I really notice a difference in the brightness of my complexion. This is the best vitamin C serum I’ve tried, and the price is so amazing. Great texture, fast absorbing, and no weird orange color like some other vit C serums. Love this stuff." - eclecticcutie
