Meladerm pigment correction is an all natural product special developed to lighten dark, unwanted patches on the Skin. Formulated without any risky products such as hydroquinone, it is the result of over 20 years clinical research and contains 12 proven skin lightening ingredients.

POSITIVES
Lightens dark spots and blemishes.
Reduces the appearance of acne scars.
Fades age spots and Melasma.
Evens skin tone.
Positive user testimonials.

NEGATIVES
May cause some skin irritation and redness.
Not suitable for all over skin bleaching.
Premium priced product.
Not available in stores.

SUMMARY
Civant Skincare make quality skin care products of which Meladerm is the main one, and take pride in displaying user feedback and testimonials.

An instantly recognizable product with a global fanbase. It works to lighten unwanted dark patches, birthmarks and other forms of hyperpigmentation. 

Using the bodies natural skin renewal cycle its effects can take several months to reach desired results.

Although many users are happy, it can also cause skin irritation and also make the skin sensitive to sunlight.

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You can buy Meladerm Skin Lightener if you are based in Canada, Australia, UK and United States. Local currency (CAD$ / AUD$ / GBP£ / Euro) can be selected at time of purchase.

“What Is Meladerm
A a naturally formulated skin lightening cream. (AKA Pigment Corrector). The result of two decades research and development by its US based manufacturers. It uses a blend of 12 natural ingredients to lighten unwanted dark areas of skin, regulate and even skin tone, and reduces the appearances of post acne scars”

In Depth Meladerm Review

If you are reading this review, you are obviously looking for a product to lighten your skin or reduce the appearance of unwanted hyperpigmentation, birthmarks, freckles and cases of Melasma.

“But can Meladerm really deliver your desired results? “

Kellece Allen

We lift the lid on this popular product, we take a deep look at its all natural formula to determine wether Meladerm really does live up to its claims.

Our review does not simply re-hash the marketing claims by its makers, or the numerous testimonials available online.  

Our research and conclusion is based on solid clinical evidence, after studying numerous scientific trials.

hyperpigmentation occurs when the skin produces too much melanin

What Is Meladerm Pigment Correction?

Meladerm is a naturally formulated skin lightening cream.

It corrects uneven pigment in the skin to provide an even and lighter skin tone. 

It is formulated with 12 natural clinically researched skin lightening compounds. 

Meladerm contains no risky ingredients such as Mercury or Hydroquinone.

These are known to cause irritation and other unwanted side effects in some users.

It’s certified as cruel free and its all natural formula is 100% suitable for vegans

Who Makes It?

Meladerm is made by US based Civant Skincare. They are based in Warrenville, Illinois. 

They have a dedicated toll free customer service telephone number which is (888) 3-CIVANT

Formed in 1999 with the sole intention of developing an effective skin lightening product.

It is used to reduce hyperpigmentation and other causes of dark patches on the skin. 

They developed Meladerm over a period of many years.

It was originally released in 2004, the result of numerous clinical and laboratory trials.

Does Not Contain Hydroquinone

It hit the headline at the time of its release as it was one of the first products to not contain Hydroquinone. 

This is a popular lightening ingredient that can be found in numerous skin lightening and bleaching products. 

Available in OTC creams ( with a maximum of 2% concentration) it is also found in stronger prescription type skin lightening products too.

Hydroquinone has been a controversial ingredient over the years. 

It has been proven to be very effective at lightening the skin.

It has been prescribed by dermatologists to treat hyperpigmentation and Melasma ever since the 1950’s.

The downside with it however, is that it can cause some side effects.

These include extreme skin dryness, redness and irritation. 

It can also make the skin extremely sensitive to sun light.

It has been blamed for cases of exogenous ochronosis ( darkening of the skin).

More recently there have been claims that it is linked to some types of cancer. 

These reports have made the FDA reconsider the licensing for hydroquinone to be sold OTC.

But as of yet the final decision has not been made. 

At time of writing it is still legally available to buy.

Skin Care Brightening Kit

Meladerm Pigment Correction can be ordered as a single product or now as part of their skin brightening kit. This can be ordered directly from the Civant website.

How Does Meladerm Pigment Correction Work?

In simple terms, Meladerm works by reducing the production of melanin in the skin. 

The main reason for hyperpigmentation, is excess melanin production which is caused by overactive melanocytes.

These are cells are responsible for producing melanin in the skin. 

Think of them as the factory, storage and delivery trucks that make, store and deliver melanin to the skin cells.

They are found in the lower part of the skins layers (called the epidermis.) 

The melanin produced is packaged into melanosomes which are then transported to regular skin cells (keratinocytes). 

Here they provide the skin with its colour and also help to protect the skin from the suns UV rays.

Meladerm works to reduce the manufacturing of melanin by inhibiting the chemical process through which melanin is produced. 

This process starts with an enzyme called tyrosinase which oxidises the amino acid tyrosine to produce melanin.

By reducing this natural skin whitening process, and disrupting the melanin producing cycle, the skin receives less melanin.

This means that any new skin cells as they are produced are lighter in colour.

Meladerm contains proven tyrosinase inhibitors including Vitamin C, Beta Arbutin and Kojic Acid.

While on the subject, let’s take a look at the full formula in Meladerm.

The Formula In Meladerm

 Meladerm has been formulated with 12 key ingredients.

• Bearberry Extract ( Beta Arbutin)
• Kojic Acid
• Emblica Fruit Extract
• Citric Acid
• Niacinamide ( Vitamin B3)
• Licorice Root
• White Mulberry Root Extract
• Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate ( Vitamin C To You And I )
• Alpha Arbutin
• GigaWhite
• Symwhite®
• Sepiwhite

Looking at these in more depth:

Bearberry Extract (Beta Arbutin)

Taken from the Uva ursi plant ( meaning ‘Bears Grape’ in Latin). 

The extract contains a natural compound derived from hydroquinone called Beta Arbutin.

Clinical research has shown that this has anti-tyrosinase properties. 

Two separate studies have demonstrated that it can reduce cases of Melasma.

However these results can not be considered as definitive, with the need for further studies and tests required.

Kojic Acid

Extracted from mushrooms, it is a powerful anti tyrosinase inhibitor that helps to reduce the amount of melanin being produced in the body. 

In addition it is also a powerful antioxidant that reduces the harmful effects of free radicals.

It heals the cellular damage caused by pollution and other toxins found in our environment.

There have been a few studies, although we have to say, with mixed results:

A study in the Indian Journal of Dermatology compared 4% hydroquinone with a mix of 0.75% Kojic acid and 2.5% Vitamin C as a treatment for melasma.

The results were rather disappointing with the high strength hydroquinone proving to be more effective.

A 2010 study compared high strength 4% hydroquinone with a formulation of Kojic acid, glycolic acid and embolic fruit extract in the treatment of facial dyschromia.

The results showed that both treatments provided similar results

A third 2013 study mixed 2% hydroquinone with 1% Kojic Acid. 

The lightening results were very favourable, especially when compared to the results of using the two products separately.

Emblica Fruit Extract

Taken from the Indian gooseberry plant ( latin name phyllanthus emblica).

It has been shown that when used at moderate concentrations, it has significant skin lightening properties.

There are two studies involving Emblica fruit extract.

Significantly both of these saw Emblica mixed with other ingredients including licorice root, belides, Kojic or glycolic acids.

When compared with 2% hydroquinone, the results were equally as good, and much safer.

Citric Acid ( Lemon Juice)

Lemon juice contains Vitamin C, Vitamin B3 ( as niacinamide) and citric acid.

It’s not advisable to just apply lemon juice onto your skin as it can cause irritation and dryness.

The citric acid in Meladerm is used to help exfoliate the skin, and reduce the PH of other skincare products

Licorice Root Extract

Taken from the plant glycyrrhiza glabra.

It contains two key extracts that can help reduce hyperpigmentation

The first and probably the most crucial is glabridin.

It has been shown in trials to be some 16 times more powerful than Hydroquinone

The other is called liquiritin, it’s recognised for its ability to provide an even skin tone by ensuring that the distribution of melanin is more constant.

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

An active form of Vitamin B3, it’s found in vegetables and yeast. 

It too has the ability to whiten the skin

However it works in a slightly different way to the other ingredients that reduce the action of the tyrosinase enzyme.

It helps to stop the transporting of melanin to the skin cells.

This means that less melanin is available, leaving the skin looking lighter.

Clinical trials have been very conclusive, showing strong positive results when used to treat skin discolouration

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate ( Vitamin C)

An absolutely essential skincare ingredient, with numerous great benefits:

It has anti-tyrosinase properties which means that it reduces melanin production.

It is an effective anti oxidant that reduces the damage caused by free radicals.

Vitamin C all promotes the production of collagen, reducing fine line and reduces the appearance of acne scars.

White Mulberry Root Extract

Taken from dried mulberry leaves, it has been a fixture in traditional medicine for hundreds of years.

One double blind study carried out in 2011 compared a placebo against a 75% mulberry extract used in the treatment of melasma in patients. 

It was shown to provide significant improvements.

Alpha Arbutin

A chemically modified form of beta-arbutin, that has shown powerful results in laboratory tests and trials. 

The makers (Civant) sponsored a study that proved that it’s more effective than regular beta arbutin when used to treat age spots.

Symwhite®

A powerful antioxidant taken from pine bark extract. 

Its makers tell us that it’s considerer to be as equally as effective as Kojic acid as skin lightener, its also safe too.

GigaWhite

A proprietary blend of 7 Swiss grown alpine plants including Mallow, Peppermint, Primula veris, veronica officinalis, melissa officinalis and achillea.

It has a significant anti tyrosinase properties that can help provide significant skin lightening benefits

Sepiwhite

Taken from an essential Amino acid called phenylalanine. 

This compound is known to inhabit the production of melanin from the hypothalamus.

Clinical trials have demonstrated significant reductions in dark patches can often be seen over a 2 month period

What Are Its Benefits

Meladerm uses a natural formula to gently lighten dark patches.

It also smooths away the appearance of acne scars and reduce other forms of pigmentation.

This includes birthmarks, freckles and melasma.

It’s free from harsh ingredients such as Hydroquinone and Mercury.

It works alongside the bodies natural skin renewal cycle.

This process forms and pushes new, lighter skin cells to the surface as the older darker cells die and are sloughed away.

Meladerm Pigment Correction Side Effects

Despite its effectiveness, Meladerm is not without its potential for causing side effects in some users. 

These could include:

• Redness.
• Irritation.
• Itching.
• Dryness and peeling.
• Allergic reactions.
• Worsening of darkening (common at first).
• Increase sensitivity to the sun.

When using Meladerm, always do a patch test first.

Put a small amount on your wrist or forearm and leave for 24 hours just to make sure that there is no adverse effects..

 It’s also essential to use a good quality, broad spectrum sun screen of at least 30SPF and preferable 50SPF.

Meladerm Pigment Correction Customer Testimonials and Reviews

There are a great number of testimonials from users of Meladerm.

Most are positive, but there are some not so positive reports too

Many users reported a noticeable reduction in darker skin tone and cases of melasma over periods ranging between 3 and 12 months.

There are reports of brighter, more even skin tones.

Many liked its consistency, liking it to a quality moisturiser.

Some uses did however, report some irritation and dryness.

Other users did not really see much difference, despite using as directed for over 3 months

Sample User Testimonials

“This product has taken years off of my skin. Sun damage and aging had caused a ‘raccoon effect ‘ around my hairline and eyes. I also had dark pigment which made it look like I had a moustache. I was ready to get laser surgery. 

After 2 weeks of using Meladerm my facial skin looked noticeably so much younger and clearer. I realized after a couple weeks that I was using less and less concealer and foundation! 

This is the best product I have ever used. It has increased my confidence by making me feel better about my appearance.”

Anon Reviewer – Australia

“This product CHANGED my life. I suffer from hormonal cystic acne. 

I am 30, recently I have buckled down on my skin care routine. 

My scars would not let up; I exfoliated everything I could. 

THEN I started getting a black shadow above my lip. 

I researched and ordered Meladerm. My first bottle is almost gone…… my acne scars are almost gone as well as my upper lip shadow. I just ordered two more bottles. 

I will use this product for LIFE!”

Billie – Texas

“I’ve tried so many different cream for my melasma that I have had for 5 years. 

None of them actually worked, and I didn’t even noticed a small difference until now. 

MELADERM IS THE BEST ! They do not lie, you will see first result in two weeks, and my melasma keeps reducing every week ! 

It’s been now 2 months that I have used this product twice a day, and my melasma is almost gone !! Thank you !”

Melissa UK

Meladerm In The Media

Meladerm was featured on mainstream TV.

Lifetime TV discussed hyperpigmentation on its lifestyle program The Balancing Act

Alternative Products

In addition to Meladerm, there are a number of effective skin lightening products out there that all claim to offer the same results.

These include:

• Amaira Skin Lightening Serum
• Whitening Labs Whitening Cream
• Zeta White
• Pink Madisons Whitening Cream
• Paulas Choice
• Tenrios Lightening Serum
• Admire My Skin Brightening
• SecretKey Snow White Cream

Meladerm Pigment Correction Review Summary

Overall, Meladerm does appear to be an effective treatment to hyperpigmentation and other dark marks and patches on the skin.

It’s all natural formula is obviously well thought out, and contains some clinically proven ingredients.

User feedback is pretty good overall, but as with so many products, there are the few negatives too. 

These mainly centring around the fact that it can irritate sensitive skin. It can cause itching, dryness and redness as well as causing photosensitivity when going out in the sun.

The products packaging is sturdy and well made with a solid airless pump delivering the product with ease every time you pump the top of the dispenser.

On average, most users saw some encouraging improvements in as little as 4-6 weeks. 

To achieve full results, you will however, need to use consistently for between 3-6 months depending on severity of your problem.

Where To Buy Meladerm Pigment Correction

Meladerm is only available directly from the official Civant skincare website.

The official web store caters for Canada, Australia, UK and United States based customers. Local currency (CAD$ / AUD$ / GBP£ / Euro) can be selected at time of purchase.

With a very few exceptions, the company will ship Meladerm globally.

It is not currently available from any other online sources such as Ebay and Amazon.

Prices start at $49.99 for a single bottle containing 1.7 fl oz ( 50ml)

You can save up to $20 when ordering 2 or more bottles.

They also sell two skin lightening kits.

Each of these containing Meladerm, alongside their Toner, Cleanser, Sunscreen and depending on the kit purchased, special vitamin based serums

These have all been specially developed to work alongside the main product to speed your whitening results – 

Prices for the kits start at $ 149.99

Is There A Cash Back Guarantee

The makers of Meladerm offer a no quibble 30 day cash back guarantee. 

This applies to both use and unopened products. 

If after using as directed, you are unhappy with the results, simply contact the makers to get a reference number and then ship the products back to them. 

You will get a full refund less any shipping costs.

For any International orders, to allow for shipping or customs delays etc, the 30 day guarantee period starts two weeks after date of ordering.

Alternative Products And Recommendations

If you have melasma, hyperpigmentation to any other unwanted dark spots or patches on your skin, you might also like to consider these other products as well:

Zeta White – arguably the market leader, it’s a well formulated skin lightener that delivers some astounding results.

Its users love to for its all natural formula and the ease in that it’s absorbed into the skin. 

It lightens dark marks quickly, with users seeing results in as little as three weeks.

Unlike most products, it also has a built in sunscreen which saves the need to apply SPF when you go outside in the sun.

It is shipped worldwide and also offers buyers an industry busting 100 day cash back guarantee.

Skinception Illuminatural 6i – Developed and sold by international skin care specialists Skinception. 

It’s another quality product that has a global list of dedicated users.

Illuminatural 6i has an all natural formula that delivers positive lightening effects. most users enjoy some noticeable results in a little as 4 weeks.

It is formulated with built in UV filters to help protect the skin from the suns harmful rays.

its formula is so gentle on the skin that it can be used on even the most delicate, intimate areas of the body.

The makers ship worldwide and offer bulk buy discounts as well as a 67 day cash back guarantee on all orders.

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