Our product picks
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Want to reduce the appearance of pigment spots and fine lines? This toner kills two birds with one stone: Rich in glycolic and lactic acids (the famous AHAS, which exfoliate the skin by encouraging cell renewal), it also contains witch hazel and sandalwood extracts, licorice root and chamomile. Use it in the evening before applying your serum to take full advantage of its benefits.
OLEHENRIKSEN Glow2oh Dark Spot Toner, $38, sephora.ca.
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Thanks to Photo Reverse technology developed by Esthederm, this treatment visibly decreases the appearance of hyperpigmentation, while the tinted formula camouflages it.
ESTHEDERM Sun Expert Tinted Brightening Care Visible Dark Spots, $59, esthederm.ca.
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Containing 10 percent vitamin C, this serum visibly reduces existing dark spots, while stimulating collagen production. It also contains squalane, and white shiitake mushroom and licorice root extracts, which help to prevent the onset of future hyperpigmentation.
BIOSSANCE Squalane + Vitamin C Dark Spot Serum, $78, biossance.com.
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This sphere-shaped jar holds a night cream that can also be used as a face mask. The cream’s formula reduces hyperpigmentation and brightens the complexion thanks to the extract of camu-camu, a small fruit rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. Other ingredients, including exfoliating lime caviar extract and moisturizing moringa butter, make this treatment a must-have for your skin-care routine.
JOUVIANCE Dream Cream Night Repair Cream-in-mask, $65, jouviance.com.
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A high concentration of vitamin E, as well as the addition of ferulic and vitamin C to this cocktail of powerful antioxidants reduces the appearance of dark spots and fine lines, and also firms the skin. Extracts of pumpkin ferment and pomegranate work to remove dead skin cells, combat dullness and reduce pore size— and it shows!
DRUNK ELEPHANT C-firma Day Serum, $105, sephora.ca.
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This single-use fabric mask—sold in packs of six—is made of flexible material to fit all face shapes. The goal? To saturate the skin with active ingredients that penetrate deeply and target dark spots. Ten minutes, et voilà, a soft, smooth, more even-toned complexion!
SHISEIDO Power Brightening Mask, $85/pack of 6, shiseido.ca.