And while chemical exfoliants (AHAs, BHAs) are generally gentler than scrubs, using these too frequently or in high concentrations can still damage your skin barrier, Dr. Turegano points out, leading ...

Good news: There are treatment options besides hydroquinone that may be worth a shot. Topical tranexamic acid, arbutin, kojic acid, and azelaic acid can all be helpful when addressing ...