And this is also works the other way, too
Results continue accumulating through week 48 in clinical trial data
Murphy et al., 2022)
Ingredients That Commonly Cause Purging Only ingredients that increase cell turnover can trigger purging: Retinoids (retinol, tretinoin, adapalene) Chemical exfoliants AHAs (glycolic, lactic) BHAs (salicylic acid) Azelaic acid Benzoyl peroxide (sometimes causes an initial purge-like reaction) Professional peels & exfoliating serums If your product doesnt contain one of these, it should not cause purging
During the call, they will review your symptoms, goals, and health history, answer general questions, and discuss whether a full provider evaluation may be an appropriate next step
Common Mistakes to Avoid A few habits can slow down or undo your results: Skipping sunscreen undoes much of the brightening work Applying too much product doesn't speed up results and can irritate skin Expecting instant results brightening skincare works gradually, not overnight Using too many actives together combining multiple strong ingredients without guidance can backfire Inconsistent usage skipping days regularly slows down visible progress Tips for Better Skin Brightening Results A few habits go a long way in supporting your results: Wear SPF every single day, rain or shine Keep your skin well-hydrated, both with skincare and water intake Stick to a simple, consistent routine rather than switching products often Build sun protection habits beyond just sunscreen, like seeking shade when possible Be patient real brightening takes weeks, not days Want brighter-looking skin
