Reduces the look of wrinkles and dark spots. Visibly brightens skin and helps reduce the look of dark spots for a more even complexion. Plumps skin with moisture and reduces the look of deep wrinkles and dark spots for smoother skin.

one week Formulated with retinol and vitamin C, this dark spot corrector improves the look of dark spots and skin discoloration, revealing noticeably more even, younger-looking skin in just one week. Helps improve the look of dark spots and skin discoloration.

Other Ingredients

• Antimicrobial/antibacterial: Chlorphenesin.
• Antioxidant: BHT.
• Buffering: Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide.
• Chelating: Disodium EDTA.
• Emollient: Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Dimethicone, PPG-15 Stearyl Ether, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Isohexadecane, Caprylyl Glycol, C13-14 Isoparaffin.

Neutrogena Bright Boost Gel Cream contains patented Neoglucosamine, which helps to boost surface cell turnover by 10 times. This rids the skin of dull skin and improves the appearance of discolored spots for brighter and more even skin tone in just one week.

Our top picks:

• Best Overall: Skinceuticals Discoloration Defense, $108.
• Best for Oily or Acne-Prone Skin: Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Retinol + Vitamin C Dark Spot Corrector, $29.
• Best for Melanated Tones: Topicals Faded Serum for Dark Spots & Discoloration, $38.
• Most Versatile: L'Oréal Paris Revitalift, $15.

Neutrogena's Rapid Tone Repair Dark Spot Corrector instantly brightens skins. With retinol & vitamin C it helps improve the look of dark spots to help reveal more even, younger-looking skin in just one week.

Our top pick for the best dark spot corrector overall is the Hyper Skin Brightening Dark Spot Vitamin C Serum. Formulated with a mix of vitamin C, kojic acid, and hyaluronic acid, this skincare formula is designed to target stubborn blemishes caused by acne scarring and sun damage.

Retinoids. Retinoids are derivatives of vitamin A. They increase the turnover of new skin cells, which can fade dark spots over time. Doctors may prescribe a professional-strength retinoid, such as tretinoin, for severe hyperpigmentation. These products can take 3–6 months to work.

Home remedies to treat dark spots

• Daily exfoliation and cleansing with AHAs and BHAs:
• Topical toners, serums, masks, lotions, and creams:
• Topical retinoids:
• Homemade face masks:
• Apple cider vinegar:
• Aloe vera:
• Milk:
• Diet, nutrition, and hydration:

How to remove dark spots

1. Laser treatment. Different types of lasers are available.
2. Microdermabrasion. During microdermabrasion, a dermatologist uses a special device that has an abrasive surface to remove the outer layer of the skin.
3. Chemical peels.
4. Cryotherapy.
5. Prescription skin-lightening cream.

See some of the best dark spot correctors below:

• Best Overall. L'Oreal Paris 10% Pure Vitamin C Serum.
• Best For Hydrating Skin. Farmacy Honey Halo Ceramide Moisturizer.
• Best Splurge-Worthy Buy.
• Best Facial Mist.
• Best For Exfoliation.
• Best Oil Dark Spot Corrector.
• Best For Acne Scars.
• Best For Cellular Turnover.

Cryosurgery (procedure): This is a common treatment for age spots. During this procedure, a dermatologist freezes the age spots. As the skin heals, it has a more even skin tone. Treatment can be painful, but it's quick.