Melasma and hyperpigmentation are a few of the most common topics I get asked about as a board-certified dermatologist. There are a bunch of treatment options, but many of them are expensive. So, I wanted to share the drugstore products I recommend for melasma and hyperpigmentation (and all the products are under $30)! What are your favorite hyperpigmentation products? Share in the comments!

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED!
La Roche-Posay Adapalene Gel .1% Acne Treatment: https://amzn.to/3yVRmHg
CeraVe Resurfacing Retinol Serum: https://amzn.to/3jRPo6x
Neutrogena Rapid Tone Repair Dark Spot Corrector: https://amzn.to/3tloSpf
SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic: https://bit.ly/2Yzz2Y6
CeraVe Vitamin C Serum: https://amzn.to/3ngsMil
Vichy Peptide-C Ampoules: https://amzn.to/38MGFMv
Versed Weekend Glow Brightening Solution: https://bit.ly/3yPB3fe
Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Resurfacing Peel Pads: https://bit.ly/3DVTGl9
Naturium Glycolic Acid Resurfacing 10%: https://bit.ly/3hbJc7x
Naturium Mandelic Topical Acid 12%: https://shrsl.com/36fox
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%: https://bit.ly/3tntL14
Naturium Azelaic Acid Emulsion 10%: https://shrsl.com/36fp2
Good Molecules Daily Brightening Serum: https://amzn.to/3DVUkiz
The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%: https://bit.ly/3kZi8ty
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Facial Moisturizer: https://myshlf.us/p-222384
CeraVe Facial Moisturizing Lotion: https://amzn.to/3DYQVQq
Naturium Tranexamic Topical Acid 5%: https://shrsl.com/36fp3
The Inkey List Tranexamic Acid Night Treatment: https://bit.ly/3l695ab
CeraVe Hydrating Sunscreen Sheer Tint SPF 30: https://amzn.to/3h9Qh8W
Versed Guards Up Mineral Sunscreen: https://bit.ly/3hbckf7
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Sunscreen Milk SPF 60: https://amzn.to/2YEuCiN
Cetaphil Sheer Mineral Liquid Drops SPF 50: https://bit.ly/3ttXrJV

TIME STAMPS!
00:00 Intro
00:33 What is hyperpigmentation?
02:03 Why does hyperpigmentation happen?
03:27 Most important step
04:03 Key ingredients
06:32 Retinoid products
08:49 Vitamin C products
11:24 AHA products
16:12 Azelaic acid products
17:33 Arbutin products
18:45 Niacinamide products
21:17 Tranexamic acid products
22:25 Sunscreen products
25:40 Outro

DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Also, product links may be affiliate links. Affiliate links support my YouTube channel so I can continue to create videos for you.