
Target uneven tone with gentle exfoliation plus brightening actives—think AHAs for surface dullness and then vitamin C or niacinamide for clarity and spots.
Keep frequency sensible: exfoliate 2–3 times weekly, layer a brightening serum daily, and seal with sunscreen every morning for results that stick. Check out the top 5 products on Myntra to help you with the detanning process.
What it does: Targets uneven tone and dullness with exfoliating glycolic acid; hyaluronic acid offsets dryness by pulling water into skin.
Who it suits: Dry, oily, or combination skin looking for tone correction and hydration.
How to use: Night only to start. Apply to clean, fully dry skin, 1–2 nights/week, then build to 2–4 nights as tolerated. Always follow with a hydrating serum/moisturiser and SPF next day. Using on dry skin slows penetration and reduces sting; introduce slowly to avoid irritation.
What it does: 9% acids plus clays lift tan, decongest blackheads/whiteheads, and tighten look of pores; salicylic acid (BHA) clears oil within pores.
Who it suits: Normal skin; use sparingly if sensitive.
How to use: 1–2 times/week on clean, dry skin for 8–10 minutes, then rinse; do not pair the same night as glycolic serum to limit irritation.
What it does: Broad protection with brightening actives (niacinamide, alpha arbutin) to help fade dark spots and prevent further tanning.
Who it suits: Combination to oily and normal skin; gel textures are lighter and layer well.
How to use: AM, 2‑finger rule for face, reapply every 2–3 hours outdoors; essential when using AHAs/BHAs.
What it does: Gentle AHA (lactic acid) resurfaces while clay purifies; glycerin buffers for glow without excessive dryness.
Who it suits: All skin types including dry and sensitive‑leaning, when used weekly.
How to use: 1 time/week on a different day from the MCaffeine mask and glycolic serum; 5–8 minutes, then rinse; moisturise after.
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