The most effective active ingredients used in blemish-fighting skin care products generally regulate melanin production in the skin, support cell renewal, and reduce blemishes caused by inflammation. Let's take a quick look at each active ingredient and how it affects blemishes:

1. Substances That Lighten Skin Tone and Inhibit Melanin Production

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

Neutralizes free radicals with its antioxidant effect.

o It suppresses melanin production and lightens existing spots.

Provides skin lightening with regular use.

Dermoskin's spot care products containing vitamin C:

· Be Bright Vitamin C Plus Cream

· Be Bright Liposomal Vitamin C Complex Serum

· NutraFarm Vitamin C Complex Buffered 1000 mg

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

o It reduces the migration of melanosomes (cell particles carrying melanin) to the skin surface.

Helps to even out skin tone and reduce redness.

Dermoskin's spot care product containing Niacinamide:

· Be Bright Niacinamide Complex Serum

 

Kojic Acid

Inhibits melanin production.

It is especially effective on sun spots and age spots. 

Shiitake mushrooms contain high amounts of it.

Dermoskin's anti-blemish care and protection recommendations containing Kojic Acid:

· Be Bright Pigmentyl Sun Protection Cream

· Sensitive UV Protection Cream

· Mineral UV Protection Cream

Arbutin

o It slows down the production of melanin.

o Known as a safer skin lightener (some forms are more stable and effective, e.g. alpha-arbutin).

Dermoskin's anti-blemish solutions containing Alpha Arbutin:

· Be Bright Arbutin Complex Cream

· Be Bright Arbutin Complex Serum

 

Glutathione

It has antioxidant and skin tone lightening effects.

o Used in combination in some products.

Beta Glucan supplementation supports increased glutathione production.

Dermoskin's food supplement that helps increase Glutathione production:

· NutraFarm Beta Glucan Q10 Complex

2. Substances That Accelerate Cell Regeneration

Retinoids (Retinol, Retinal, Tretinoin, Retinyl Palmitate)

Accelerates skin renewal and removes stained cells faster.

o It reduces fine lines and aging spots by supporting collagen production.

o Sun protection is essential as it may increase skin sensitivity during use.

Dermoskin's most stable and gentle form recommendation from the Retionid family:

· Be Bright Retinyl Face Serum

AHA and BHA (Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid)

Provides mild chemical exfoliation, removes dead skin cells.

o Evens out skin tone and reduces the visibility of blemishes.

Salicylic acid is especially effective on post-acne blemishes.

Dermoskin's AHA/BHA containing products:

· Be Bright AHA|BHA Cream

· Acgun Facial Wash / Revitalizing Tonic / Night Cream

· Dermoskin Face & Body Peeling Gel

Panthenol (B5)

o Supports cell renewal and soothes the skin.

It is especially useful for irritated and inflamed spots.

Dermoskin's products containing Panthenol:

All stain series contain panthenol.

3. Anti-inflammatory and Inflammatory Blemish Reducing Agents 

Tranexamic Acid (TXA)

It prevents melanosomes from migrating to the skin surface and reduces inflammation-induced hyperpigmentation.

It is effective on post-acne blemishes, melasma, and hormonal spots. Its effectiveness is maximized when used with sun protection.

Dermoskin's stain products containing Tranexamic Acid:

· Be Bright Tranexamic Acid Complex Serum

· Be Bright Pigmentyl Sun Protection Cream

Azelaic Acid

o It is used in the treatment of both acne and melasma.

o Inhibits melanin production and reduces inflammatory spots.

Dermoskin's product recommendation containing Azelaic Acid:

· Be Bright Arbutin Complex Cream

Centella Asiatica / Madecassoside

o Accelerates skin healing and soothes inflamed spots.

Dermoskin's Cica cleaning and care products:

Ato Cica Cleansing Oil

· Ato Cica Tonic

· Ato Cica Exosome Moisturizing Cream

Green Tea Extract (EGCG)

o It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

Provides a protective effect for blemished and sensitive skin.

Dermoskin's product recommendation containing green tea extract:

· Be Bright Liposomal Caffein Complex Eye Serum

4. Additional Supportive Substances 

Hyaluronic Acid

Moisturizes blemished skin and strengthens the skin barrier.

Dermoskin's recommendations for products containing Hyaluronic Acid:

· NutraFarm Hyaluronic Complex Collagen Type II

· Dermoskin Active Face Serum

· Dermoskin Hydrating Tonic

Peptides

Helps to even out skin tone and support skin regeneration.

Dermoskin's Peptide-containing product recommendations:

· Be Bright Peptide Complex Cream

· Be Bright Eye Peptide Complex Cream

· Be Bright Liposomal Collagen Peptide Complex Serum

· NutraFarm Collagen Peptides 360 Hydrolyzed Collagen Type I-II-III

Final Word

There's no single miracle cure for blemishes; however, harnessing the power of the right active ingredients and incorporating them into a regular care routine can make a visible difference in the skin's appearance.

Dermoskin's pharmacist-formulated anti-blemish protection and care solutions, developed using scientific methods based on clinical studies, are recommended by dermatologists and pharmacists as the affordable equivalent of global products. Formulated to maximize the effectiveness of different active ingredients, these products help both reduce the appearance of existing blemishes and prevent the formation of new ones.

In the second article of the Giant Blemish File, we'll explore "different active ingredient combinations for different types of blemishes." We have a long way to go. However, a patient and consistent care routine will be your skin's best friend along the way. Until next time, take care of yourself and your skin.