What Skin Lightening Products Work Best For African American Skin?
Black skin bleaching is often a very controversial subject due to the fact that many African Americans view bleaching as a desire to be more “white”. However, the reality is that while skin bleaching may be taken to extremes by some, most consumers simply want to lighten specific discolored areas on their body such as sun spots, moles, old scars (including Keloid scars), or to lighten the appearance of dark underarms. If you are looking for a black skin bleaching cream or gel, it is important that you know what type of ingredients are used in these products as some are not only dangerous, but are also ineffective to use on darker shades of skin. The single most important ingredient you need to be aware of is Hydroquinone. This ingredient has not only been linked to the development of cancer in addition to other health risks, but it can also lead to the development of an even darker tone. Two ingredients used in effective bleaching products are Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid, which are bo