Commonly advised for exfoliation to remove the top skin layer, improving hyperpigmentation and texture; often combined with other lightening treatments.
Glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid derived from sugar cane that exfoliates the skin by loosening bonds between corneocytes in the stratum corneum. It is used to improve skin texture, tone, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation.
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See the full list of ingredients Indian dermatologists commonly recommend for dark spots and hyperpigmentation, what to avoid, and the sources.
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General educational information for Indian skin, compiled from published dermatology literature and structured ingredient data. Not medical advice or a diagnosis.