Fair N Pink cream side effects and safety
Most people use it without problems, but some feel mild tingling, warmth or redness in the first few days, and its fragrance can bother sensitive skin. Patch test for 24 hours first, and ask a doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or under skin treatment.
Most people use Fair N Pink Advance Radiance Cream without problems, but some feel mild tingling, warmth or redness in the first few days, and its fragrance can bother sensitive skin. Patch test for 24 hours before your first use, and stop if your skin reacts.
Possible reactions
Niacinamide and alpha arbutin are widely used and generally well tolerated. On some skin they cause mild tingling, warmth or redness in the first few days. The cream also contains fragrance, which can irritate skin that is sensitive to perfumed products.
Normal tingling or a reaction?
| Usually settles | Stop and wash off |
|---|---|
| A light, brief warmth or tingle that fades within minutes | Burning or stinging that keeps going or gets worse |
| Slight pinkness that is gone in a few minutes | Redness, itching, swelling, bumps or rash |
| Skin feeling a little tight on the first days | Peeling, cracking or a reaction around the eyes |
How to patch test
- Apply a small amount to your inner arm or behind your ear.
- Leave it for 24 hours without washing the area.
- If there is no redness, itching or burning, use it on your face.
Who should ask a doctor first
- Anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding
- Anyone being treated for a skin condition, or using a prescription cream
- Anyone with a known fragrance allergy
If your skin reacts
Wash the cream off with plain water and stop using it. If the redness, itching or burning does not settle in a day or two, see a dermatologist and take the box with you so they can read the ingredient list.
Using it with other products
Start the cream on its own for the first week. If you also use strong actives such as retinol, acids or scrubs, do not start them on the same day, and use them at different times. See using it with retinol and a slow start for sensitive skin.
Everyday precautions
Keep the cream away from your eyes and from broken skin. Use sunscreen every morning. Store the jar closed, in a cool and dry place, and do not use a jar that arrived with a broken seal.
This cream is a cosmetic and is not meant to treat any medical condition.
FAQ
Does Fair N Pink cream contain steroids or mercury?
No. It contains no steroids, mercury, hydroquinone or parabens. The full ingredient list is printed on every box; see ingredients.
Will my skin get darker if I stop using it?
The cream does not change your natural skin tone, so stopping it does not make skin darker than it was. Without sunscreen, though, sun can darken spots again, so keep wearing sunscreen.
Can men and teenagers use it?
Men can use it the same way. Teenagers with acne-prone skin should keep the routine simple and ask a doctor if they have active acne. See who can use the cream.
Is it safe during pregnancy?
Ask your doctor before using any new cream while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Weighing the risks against what it does? Read our honest guide to Fair N Pink cream benefits and uses.
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