how to get lighter and stay lighter in the summer

by Margaret
(USA)

Hi there, I need some help on lightening my skin tone back to its original color. I used to be a 13 (using your skin tone chart) but now am more like a 16. This is because I'm working as a lifeguard for the summer and I'm constantly in the sun. sometimes the whole day. I am of African descent.

I would like to know which of your skin whitening products I can use to return to my previous shade and if it is possible to maintain it during the summer, or would you recommend that I use the products after the summer for optimum results.

Also, do you have any tips for me. I do use a lot of sunscreen and i wear a hat all day but I'm still getting darker on my face as well as my legs and arms because they are usually exposed when i work.

Your help would be so much appreciated.

Sincerely,
Maggy

PS: could you please not publicize my pictures or at least shade off my face a bit, I would like my privacy secured. Thank you.

Answer:

Hi Maggy, your photo didn't get through, and even if it did, we will automatically edit it for your protection.

Skin lightening and sun exposure don't mix. Totally. If sun exposure is part of your job, then avoid skin lighteners otherwise your skin can get darker and worse. Why? Because skin lightening makes skin sun sensitive.

If you plan to use the products after summer (presuming you aren't exposed to the sun that much anymore), make sure you discontinue 2 months BEFORE you resume being a lifeguard again.

When you're ready, feel free to try Diana Stalder Papaya Soap Lightening Kit (under "Skin Whitenig Kits").

Skin tanning still occurs when you're in the shade (except indoors), even when wearing sunscreen or protective clothing. No product can totally block sun damage, that is how powerful the sun's rays are.

To minimize it, re-apply sunscreen every 1 and a half hours of sun exposure, and of course do continue wearing protective hats and clothing.

Maria