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THE GREEN LIGHT
The Best Skin-Care Treatments for Melanin-Rich Skin
Dermatologists say these ingredients actually work.
By Gabi Thorne
Ingredient Index
Introducing, the Allure Ingredient Index
A comprehensive guide to skin care's biggest ingredients.
By Allure Editors
Undynamic Duos
9 Skin-Care Ingredient Pairings You Should Completely Avoid
Dermatologists share the seemingly dynamic duos that are actually a disaster for your skin.
By Devon Abelman
The Science of Beauty
The Dos and Don'ts of Incorporating Hydroquinone Into Your Skin-Care Routine
The controversial, skin-lightening ingredient isn't so scary with these dermatologists' tips.
By Devon Abelman
Ingredient Spotlight
Why Tranexamic Acid Is the New Secret to Fading Dark Spots
Your hyperpigmentation and melasma are about to be majorly diminished gently and effectively.
By Devon Abelman
BLURRED LINES
How to Get Rid of the Weird Tan Lines From Your Face Mask
Learn how to color-correct before your next Zoom meeting.
By Marci Robin
DARK SPOT EXPLAINER
Everything You Need to Know About Hyperpigmentation
Experts share their best tips for preventing — and treating — dark spots.
By Rebecca Dancer
SUN SPOTS
How to Effectively Treat and Prevent Melasma
It's tricky, but it can be done.
By Rebecca Dancer
Look Alive
I Got Fillers for My Chronic Undereye Circles and the Results Were Impressive
There’s only so much eye cream a girl can take.
By Alice Gregory
Dermatologists' Favorite Skin-Brightening Ingredients
There are 14 steps involved in melanin production in your skin. To jam up the works, dermatologists depend on these three brighteners.
By Jolene Edgar
Anti-aging All-stars: 5 Ingredients That Pack a Punch
Meet the power players of the skin-care aisle—and learn how to make them work for you.
By Brooke Le Poer Trench
How to Treat the First Signs of Aging
Kate Middleton is celebrating her 30th birthday quietly—and who can blame her? Turning the big 3-0 isn't as exciting a milestone as your first kiss, or, say, marrying a prince. To make matters worse, even...
By Elizabeth Siegel
Skin-Tone Solution
A new skin regimen available from doctors can effectively treat a common type of discoloration.
By Kristin Sainani