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Nov 06, 2024

35 Best Products For Uneven Skin Tone In 2024

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed and its publishing partners may collect a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Whether you have acne scars, sun spots, or dark spots you'd like to minimize, these products are here to the rescue.

Promising review: "This product has helped rebuilt my skin barriers. I used to suffer from redness and irritation around my nose and mouth but this serum has cleared that up for me! Highly recommend." —Kasey Sue

Get it from Amazon for $17.98+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I've been using this product twice a day for less than a week with a simple Cetaphil cleanser and I can already tell a huge difference in my skin. Other than two small pimples I'm chalking up to a purging of toxins from the deep cleansing with the Mini 2, my skin has been glowing and more clear than usual. I have naturally oily skin and am prone to dark spots left over from blemishes once they've healed, but my skin tone has been more even since using the Mini 2." —Marley Van de Mortel

Get it from Amazon for $139.

Read one BuzzFeeder's full review of the Foreo Luna Mini 2.

Promising review: "Makes an obvious difference when added to my skincare routine. Skin seems more hydrated than when I leave out this serum! I press it into my skin until it’s no longer sticky. Does ‘shoot’ out of the pump; I pump into my partially closed palm to control splash." —Renee Sisk, Northwest Mississippi

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "This stuff should be called a miracle in a bottle. When I use it on my (pretty dry) skin, it transforms it from congested, irritated, and bright red to calm, clear, and glowing overnight. Most of the people reviewing this are using it incorrectly. It's an acid exfoliator. That means you should use it once a week, twice at the most (if your skin is oily and needs a lot of work.) Also, it should never be used during the daytime. BHA, or salicylic acid, interacts terribly with the sun. If you absolutely must put it on in the morning, follow it up with heavy SPF, but I wouldn't do it. This stuff is like anything else — it only works if you know how to do it properly." —Audrey Brock

Get it from Amazon for $13.30+ (available in two sizes and a combo pack).

Promising review: "This product is amazing! I got a facial at Sephora with Good Genes and the U.F.O Face Oil mixed together and noticed a huge difference in my skin a few hours latter. I suffered from redness on my cheekbones and dark spots from pass acne, but these two products made my skin so clear and bright. I was amazed the redness had completely gone away, and my skin looked soft and smooth, and the dark spots had faded. My skin had such a clear complexion, even my pores had tightened up. I’m in love. Thanks, Sunday Riley, for making me feel beautiful and not having to use concealer!!!! I will forever be buying this product because it is truly worth every penny!" —all4oneOC

Get it from Sephora for $43+ (available in four sizes).

Promising review: "I'm obsessed with these things!!! I'm an esthetician; however, being in my twenties and having raging hormones has challenged my skin a lot. It's embarrassing showing up to work and having pimples when others are supposed to trust me with their skin. These are so fast-acting and have saved me a lot of time and money. It's amazing how they just suck out the infection. It's perfect for those deep-under-the-skin pimples as well, but it does take a few extra days. I will continue to repurchase!" —julia raye todd

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $12.99.

You can also check out our full roundup of the best acne patches for more recommendations like this.

Promising review: "I began using this exfoliator face wash after I had a really bad skin reaction to a different face wash, and I haven't used another face wash since. I have sensitive, combination dry skin, and this hasn't given me any problems. It gets the job done after cleansing, doesn't leave my face feeling dry and tight, and even BRIGHTENS and evens my skin tone. I would recommend it to people with similar skin types, especially because it's also affordable." —Jocey

Get it from Ulta for $16.99.

Promising review: "This is the best mask I’ve ever used! I have super sensitive and eczema-prone skin and this is the only mask that keeps it calm and hydrated. Highly recommend!" —Madelyn F.

Get it from Ren Clean Skincare for $20+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "I had this dark patch on my forehead just below my hairline for awhile. Popped up out of nowhere, and was very self conscience of it. So I googled what to do, this product came ip on a thread so I decided to try it. Its not too harsh, yet after a week of use I saw a difference. 2 weeks later, I started to use it on my chest and get the same results. I highly recommend!" —B!rd

Get a container of 60 pads from Amazon for $16.95.

Promising review: "For something as cheap as this product - my results were astounding. Looking at other reviews, I can see some people had different reactions but for a guy with sensitive skin and cystic acne, this has been very effective, I would say within the first 2 days. I woke up and looked in the mirror and noticed my complexion in regards to my pores was significantly noticeable for the good! I’ve tried SO many different cleansers whether they’re organic, vegan, etc and I was just looking for results. It’s effective and it works and it’s so cheap I can’t even comprehend it. There is a kind of menthol scent and feeling to it, not any kind of burning sensation other reviews are saying, I’d say it was rather pleasant even. Anyways, for $5 you really can’t lose." —beachbum

Get it from Amazon for $6.87+ (available in three sizes and multipacks).

Promising review: "This cream is magnificent. Since I've started using it on my face, it's helped with the texture of my skin and has evened out the tone to the point where I don't feel the need for foundation! I see this cream as a lifetime product for me. It's also better than average hand cream. Try it! You'll love it." —marycs

Get it from Amazon for $15.70+ (available in two sizes).

This product also works well for people with rosacea.

This chemical exfoliator is cruelty-free and uses AHA, BHA, and PHA acids to unclog pores, fight acne, and banish dark spots, which at the same time moisturizing, conditioning, and exfoliating.

Promising review: "I started using Solution in December of 2018 because I was frustrated with the breakouts/redness I'd have. I definitely noticed after some regular use that my skin felt softer and looked a lot clearer! I still get a pimple every once in a while, but I think they go away much faster than before I started using Solution. I use it as part of my nighttime skincare routine — wash with cleanser, Solution, maybe a serum, and moisturizer. It's definitely earned a permanent place on my skincare shelf!" —Alexa

Get it from Glossier for $30.

Check out BuzzFeed's full review of the Glossier Solution here.

Promising review: "I have a larger sunspot on my jaw and several new unwanted nose freckles and a variety of minor facial dark spots I would like to all be gone. This cream, applied twice a day, definitely faded the unwanted spots over a few weeks. The jaw spot is about 50% lighter in that time, amazing! I had targeted it for potential plastic surgery removal, but now it's hardly noticeable and no longer a surgery candidate at all! This cream is nongreasy, doesn't sting, goes on smoothly and has a light pleasant smell. Highly recommend." —DJ Martin

Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (clip the coupon on the product page to save $5).

Get it from Amazon for $7.88+ (available in six varieties).

Get it from Amazon for $12.

Promising review: "I ordered this product back in October to use in our shampoos to prevent lice infestation. Last week, though, I had a terrible rosacea flare-up. It was nothing new for me, but this flare-up was out of control and nothing worked. My girlfriend recommended using tea tree oil mixed with a little coconut oil. Well, I did, and the next morning my rosacea was 50% gone. And the second day it was 80% gone. Of course, I had some dry skin, but the bumps and redness had diminished." —crystal/Dark Rose

Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

Promising review: "I will never spend $100 on moisturizer again. This cream is fabulous. When I first started using it, I thought I was allergic to it because my face got REALLY dry—and I mean almost like a rash! But after reading other reviews about the dryness, I realized this dryness was normal in the first few weeks of using. After two weeks, my face was very soft, a little tighter, and a lot more even-toned. I believe the dryness I experienced was the process my skin had to go through to get rid of the bad unhealthy layer of skin. I love this product!!" —jmb22

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three sizes).

Read a full review on the LilyAna Natural retinol cream here.

Promising review: "This stuff is straight witchcraft...it works so great, my face feels A-M-A-Z-I-N-G after using it. I use it with the apple cider vinegar, and it feels kind of weird and a little tingly. At first, it freaked me out, especially when it washed off and my face was bright red, but then my face settled, and it felt great. My acne clears up and my face just feels smooth." —Allegra

Get it from Amazon for $22.95.

Promising review: "This toner takes ALL dirt and makeup off of your skin. The Vitamin C brightens my skin enormously. Especially after continued use. I really like this product!" –debdebby

Get it from Amazon for $8.97.

Be sure to check out "41 Cheap Skincare Products That Are Better Than Expensive Brands" for even more affordable skincare products like this.

Of the six varieties, pick the BB cream that best suits your skin concerns: anti-redness, anti-fatigue, or four shaded options that'll become your new favorite tinted moisturizer.

Promising review: "I swear by this. Been using it for about a year now, it goes on every day and gets all the redness off my face, when I’m in a hurry I just top it off with a little powder and I’m done but it’s a perfect base layer for any makeup routine if you had a lot of redness like I do." –Andrea

Get it from Amazon for $9.98.

Promising review: "The best corrector I’ve ever tried!! I have hereditary dark under eye circles and this corrector conceals the darkness I have but at the same time brightens my eyes. It’s amazing. I don’t find that it creases because I moisturize very well under my eyes and I also use setting powder and setting spray. If you have under eye circles this is a must. I also have the Bobbi Brown corrector, but this one has more coverage and actually works better. I absolutely love it!!!" –Lovingmakeup68

Get it from Sephora for $33 (available in four shades).

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Promising review: "I am 60-years-old with rosacea and very sensitive skin. I’ve tried several lotions with age related ingredients and I always seem to run into issues with the product either doesn’t work or it’s too strong for my sensitive skin. This lotion is great! I have been using for a few weeks now and it has softened my skin, evened out my skin tone and reduced wrinkles. I’ve already ordered my second tube." –Beth

Get it from Amazon for $23.99.

Promising review: "This has to be one of the best serums I’ve used for hyperpigmentation! My dark spots have faded almost completely!!! This is my holy grail I will forever use this serum. I hope they never change the formula. My skin tone is around a NC47 oily acne prone skin type." –simplybri92

Get it from Sephora or Amazon for $55.

Promising review: "This stuff is AMAZING! I was super hesitant to buy it because I was weirded out by it but decided I’m almost 40, I’ll try anything to stay young. I’ve been using it for just under 2 weeks and I can’t believe how much my skin has improved. More even skin tone, less sun spots, overall just smoother skin. I have sensitive skin so when I start using a new product, I always breakout. Not with this. My skin has never looked so great, and after just 2 weeks. I’ve recommended this to so many people already. Just buy it already!" —Bonnie

Get it from Amazon for $19.50.

Promising review: "I feel like the redness and irritation on my skin have gotten better after just a few applications! I have PCOS, which also gives me these darker patches of skin on my neck and inner thighs and this seems to have really improved that already too! I’ve been putting this on as part of my morning and evening routine (it recommended using it twice a day) my skin stays hydrated all day but not oily like I was worried about, it seems to absorb fairly quickly! I will definitely be making this a permanent part of my skincare routine and buying more." –Darcy Y. McDaniel

Get it from Amazon for $11.12+ (available in two sizes).

Promising review: "Honestly…wow. I have sensitive skin and usually can’t deal with manual exfoliation but this didn’t irritate my skin at all. AND IT WORKED! It helps with KP on my arms, sebaceous filaments on my chest and ingrown hairs on my legs. Literally perfect." –Meliss27

Get it from Sephora or Amazon for $12+ (available in four sizes).

Promising review: "I love this mask when I'm fed up with my skin and am ready to return my face to the store for a refund. It seriously clears up those really bad hormonal blemishes and evens out my skin tone when my daily skin regimen just isn't getting the job done. I buy a tub of this a few times a year and am blown away every time I use it." –Anon

Get it from Amazon for $50.

Promising review: "Very nice product which really helps hide the redness associated with many different types of skin conditions/irritations. The fact that it also has a SPF25 rating is icing on the cake and makes my dermatologist happy :>) Am a repeat buyer, and the Amazon price is one of the best I have found." –Fair Skeptic

Get it from Amazon for $24.99.

Promising review: "This has to be the best value! I love the way it makes my face feel. My makeup just glides on and I’m convinced that I use less foundation because of it." –Linda R.

Get it from Amazon for $8.

Promising review: "I have used this for years and I absolutely love it. I have a touch of red in my cheeks; possibly rosacea, and it balances out my complexion." –Kymm

Get it from Amazon for $11.94.

After cleansing and moisturizing, warm a dime-size drop between your hands and gently blend it into your face. You'll see the cream shift from a green color to a beige color as you rub it in, resulting in less redness and a more even skin tone.

Promising review: "I have used this product for a few years now and I love it. It helps with redness and is very gentle." —Germocken

BuzzFeed editor Elizabeth Lilly also swears by this color-correcting skincare treatment. Check out her Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Color-Correcting Treatment review for more details (it's #1).

Get it from Sephora for $25+ (available in two sizes).

The reviewer above used this facial serum to cover up a bad sunburn!

Promising review: "I bought this to combat the redness that my face would get after a few hours at work. At first i didn't really notice anything spectacular, just another primer. But after a while i realized when i looked in the mirror at work i wasn't all red! I didn't change my makeup, after a few weeks i actually switched to a lower coverage makeup and still didn't look like a teenager who just said something stupid to her crush! I don't know what kind of gods or witches or warlocks make this stuff but i will be buying it forever. Thank you for this awesome product!" —Pezgirl

Get it from Amazon for $30.60.

Promising review: "I absolutely love this product!!!!! It feels so nice to apply it and it actually works! Definitely recommend." –skincaresquad

Get it from Sephora for $45.

Promising review: "I love this product. It has great coverage and lasts all day. One of these can last me months and months even though I wear it every day, I love that!" —Emily M.

Get it from Tarte for $32 (available in 37 shades).

Promising review: "I’ve had extremely bad rosacea for the last two years and struggled to find a face mask that didn’t irritate it. This mask is extremely cooling, which is what rosacea needs. I’d highly recommend!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $24.95.

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