
We can’t only blame sun damage for splashes of freckles and unwanted dark spots. Hormonal fluctuations, post-pregnancy changes, and lingering acne scars can all lead to hyperpigmentation on your otherwise flawless complexion. Rather than hiding marks with concealer, ditch ‘em for a beauty product loaded with active ingredients that’ll target those spots. Keep reading for the best finds for every budget.
under $30
Cremorlab White Bloom Triple Bright Floral Mask
Derma E Vitamin C Micellar Cleansing Water
Marie France Professional Strength Kojic Soap
Mario Badescu Buffering Lotion
Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Moisturizer
Rococo Revitalize Skin Lightening Cream
Odylique Lemon Butter Hand Smoothie
Natural Green Brand Pure Tepezcohuite Serum With Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin C
Peter Thomas Roth CC Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Complexion Corrector
Be The Skin Purifying White Waterful Toner
Mizon Mela Defense White Capsule Essence
Korres Wild Rose Advanced Brightening Sleeping Facial
Under $50
Indie Lee Squalane Facial Oil
CV Skinlabs Rescue + Relief Spray
Skinceuticals Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50
MD Complete Dark Spot Corrector
Murad Rapid Lightening Regimen 30-Day Kit
Aromatica Sea Daffodil Aqua Gel Cream
Herbivore Botanicals Brighten Pineapple Enzyme + Gemstone Instant Glow Mask
Honua Skincare Olena Beauty Oil
Ole Henriksen Power Peel Professional Spa Grade Kit
Perricone MD Photo Plasma Moisturizer
Renée Rouleau Vitamin C & E Treatment
over $50
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Rapid Flash Brightening Serum
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
Guerlain Abeille Royale Dark Spot Corrector Pore Minimizer
Skin Medica Lytera Skin Brightening Complex
SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF
Sonia Dakar Fade Away
PMD Personal Microderm Pro
Baby Quasar PLUS Skincare Device
Laser Genesis
Back in January, we introduced you to a feel-good cause to inspire your New Year's resolution: a walking challenge to help raise funds for the amazing cancer fighters at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I took part in the challenge with the Brit + Co team and ended up walking 105+ miles in January — it was awesome.
This spring, there's a new challenge on the horizon, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Big Climb. The ask: On May 15, 2021, you can step up to take cancer down by committing to climb 1,311 steps, walking 3.2 miles, or doing 440 chair step-ups at home as part of the Big Climb. If you need some motivation to bring movement back into your daily routine — look no further!
As always, it's free to sign up, but climbers are encouraged to set a fundraising goal to help beat cancer. We'll be organizing another Brit + Co team to step up, and I hope you'll join us too! Keep scrolling for a peek at where I'll be completing the challenge in my Los Angeles neighborhood around the hidden Silver Lake Stairs. Happy climbing!
Never underestimate the power of an accountability buddy! I asked my in-laws, my partner, and a few friends to join me so we can keep each other motivated and accountable in completing the challenge — virtual high-fives all around! Also, my dog Fox is a great climber, too.
An aesthetically pleasing backdrop is a huge motivator for me! I'm fortunate to have all sorts of painted steps around my neighborhood to keep the challenge interesting, but you can also keep cool inside with at-home chair step-ups.
Don't forget to share your progress on social — #BigClimb!
Feel free to break the challenge up if you need to by tackling half the distance in the AM and half at sunset. Here's me 1,311 steps later and ready for a break — but, think I earned this one!
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