Best cream for dark spots from acne

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In the long saga of our personal battles with acne is a recurring nightmarish pattern: first a breakout, then a multi-step program to thwart said breakout, and then — once all those blemishes are gone — another long process of trying to lighten the discoloration left behind. Sometimes, the breakouts can happen faster than the healing.

And while the severity and type of dark spots left behind may differ, I'd be willing to wager that none of us love having them to deal with in the aftermath.

If you're on the hunt for cheap but effective ways to combat dark spots and could use some inspiration, below you'll find 8 of the best-selling dark spot correctors on Amazon right now. 

Below are 8 best-selling dark spot correctors and acne scar treatments on Amazon:

TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum

TruSkin Naturals Vitamin C Serum, $19.99

Amazon rating: 4.3 stars out of 9,500+ reviews

TruSkin Vitamin C is a smooth antioxidant serum that uses Vitamin C to target the common signs of aging, such as fine lines, elasticity, wrinkles, dark spots, and sunspots. The plant-based formula is cruelty-free and free of synthetic color additives and fragrances. People claim it has helped them clear up their acne, reduce redness, and even out their skin tone. Customers have shared some impressive before-and-after photos.

Admire My Skin Ultra-Potent Brightening Serum

2% Hydroquinone Dark Spot Corrector, $23.99

Amazon rating: 3.8 stars out of 1,600+ reviews

2% hydroquinone (the highest concentration allowed without a prescription) helps brighten and fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation & melasma while ingredients like salicylic acid, azelaic acid, lactic acid, and vitamin C help further diminish dark spots and even out skin tone. The company promises that if you use this as directed, you will notice your dark spots have faded and your complexion will be much smoother and more even-toned in four weeks.

Mederma Advanced Scar Gel

Mederma Advanced Scar Gel, $12.53

Amazon rating: 3.8 stars out of 2,000+ reviews

Mederma Advanced Scar Gel is an all-purpose fixer, for everything from acne scars to burns to surgery scars. It's clinically proven to show an improvement in appearance, color, and texture in scars. With a once-daily application, versatility, and drugstore price, it's also cost-effective. 

Kate Blanc Rosehip Seed Oil

Kate Blanc USDA Certified Organic Rosehip Seed Oil, $13.95

Amazon rating: 4.7 stars out of 2,200+ reviews

This USDA-certified, 100% pure rosehip seed oil is said to give you smoother skin, fewer acne scars, and stave off aging effects.

Cold-pressed organic rosehip oil works as an anti-inflammatory and supposedly reduces stretch marks, acne marks, fine lines, and scars. It's rich in omega-3, omega-6, and fatty acids to keep your skin looking healthy and youthful at the same time that it promotes the skin's cellular activity, slowing down the effects of aging on the skin.

Amara Organics Vitamin C Serum

Amara Organics Vitamin C Serum, $17.05

Amazon rating: 4.4 stars out of 4,400+ reviews

Amara Organics' Vitamin C Serum is formulated to be a concentrated delivery system for the highest form of active, bio-available Vitamin C, which is suspended in a concentrated base of pure vegan hyaluronic acid. It should help soften fine lines, fade dark spots, and even out skin tone. 

Forest Heal Vitamin C Serum

Forest Heal Vitamin C Serum, $16.99

Amazon rating: 4.7 stars out of 75 reviews

Forest Heal's vegan Vitamin C serum comes packed with five other vitamins in addition to vitamin C, like vitamins E, B5, F, H, and A. It's cruelty-free, and it aims to combat wrinkles with niacinamide and adenosine as well as lighten dark spots. 

Pond's Correcting Cream

Pond's Clarant B3 Correcting Cream, $12.27

Amazon rating: 4.2 stars out of 1,800+ reviews

Pond's Clarant B3 Dark Spot Cream is a daily moisturizer that fights discoloration. The company claims you should see a visible difference in four weeks with more even tone and radiance, thanks to key ingredients like vitamins B3 and C. Vitamin B3 fights discoloration and Vitamin C helps to revitalize the skin. 

Aura Vitamin C Serum

Aura Vitamin C Serum for Face with Retinol, $14.99

Amazon rating: 4.5 stars out of 60+ reviews

Aura's Organics has tried to make an all-in-one solution in the form of this Vitamin C Serum. Alongside Vitamin C, Vitamin B3, and Retinol are refreshing ingredients like aloe, rosehip, chamomile flower, and MSM. It should improve hydration, tone, collagen production, and address fine lines as well as dark spots, thanks to its blend of essential fatty acids and antioxidants. 

Mara Leighton

Senior Digital Culture Reporter

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