I'm looking for skin lightening soap for African Americans! I've read reviews and it seems these soaps only work miracle for tanned or lighter complexioned people. I'm not dark as night but I'm not as light as I would like to be, I would say I'm medium brown skinned but I would like my complexion about 2 shades lighter the way it was before I deployed to Iraq. Will this soap help or not? I'm looking for skin lightening soap for African Americans! I've read reviews and it seems these soaps only work miracle for tanned or lighter complexioned people. I'm not dark as night... » Read More I'm looking for skin lightening soap for African Americans! I've read reviews and it seems these soaps only work miracle for tanned or lighter complexioned people. I'm not dark as night but I'm not as light as I would like to be, I would say I'm medium brown skinned but I would like my complexion about 2 shades lighter the way it was before I deployed to Iraq. Will this soap help or not? « Show Less
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Don't thinks so. I'm Mexican, more on the fair skin side and it didn't help that much in that area, thou my skin did got softer.
1432311
Mary,The Likas soap does work, but it is a gradual process. I noticed results the next day. Make sure to use it morning and night.
1432312
Nope I've been using it for the past 6 months it's done nothing, it didnt even combat the usual slight skin darkening I go through due to the Florida summer sun. Everyone is reacts differently but that's been my experience.
1038492
Its said to help. I read a lot on it before I even tried it. I have light skin so I don't know for sure. But all the things I read said that it does.
1763923
I view this more as a "suggestion" because many may have delicate skin that will get agitated by the soap if it's their first time using this type of product. I've personally used harsher whitening soap so I was pleasantly surprised by the gentleness (in comparison to others). I personally keep mine on for about 2 mins after ive lathered my whole body, so no worries if it takes you longer just be aware of how your body reacts :)
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It's more of like helping you to get an even tone and whitening any dark skin spots than actual 'whitening. But, I would definitely look it up. There are plenty of sites and video that help explain that question with more details. Hope it this helped a little! I am still using it and I LOVE IT!!!!!
1975418
it is a brightening soap but I have not seen much difference, however it is a good soap and I am still using it. If you want something natural for brightening try Licorice root extract, I just bought some to put into my serums, but it is too soon yet but google it, good luck :)
788744
I do not believe skin tone matters. It leaves no tone or color on skin as you blend in it. It does a wonderful job of priming skin.
965383
I've used it as a night-time cleanser on occasion, and its incredibly light. In other words, my skin feels clean after using it (without needing to lather/rinse, etc), but I wouldn't use it as a regular cleanser (since I need something a little stronger). Hope that helps!
1810315
Reading the pamphlet it indicates it would not work well on darker skin. It works ok for me, I'm extremely fair skinned with medium brown hair.
650694
I am also an African American, I use this daily, its very good for all types of skin color. It helps removes dead skin, blackheads leaving your skin smooth. Also try using witch hazel as a toner to help minimize pimples. I have had severe acne on my forehead, this regimen has helped me a lot. I am acne free and my face is even toned and soft. I also use Johnson&Johnson deep clean at night. As for scars, you should try coco butter to remove them. It helped with the tiny scar i had, I hope I helped
1902662
I have light/medium and I don't have tan skin and this colour is perfect for me. I think that for tan skin is better the Medium120 colour. After this one, they have medium/deep and still Deep. Take a look at maybelline site. Good luck
1666189
Yes, my skin is clear, smaller pores, and a glow. I will use no other soap again. My daughter has very sensitive skin. This is the only thing she can use without being red or irritating. Thanks.
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hello to ddanon, i've got a secret to tell you. i'm african american. my skin tone is equal to gina's best friend on the comedy show martin. lather up your face with the soap and wash off immediately. please use a good moisturing lotion for the face after you wash. with darker skin tones you face with become lighter, clearer and begin to brighten.
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I can honestly tell you that it didnt do anything for me. I am hispanic, olive skin. I dont know where all the good reviews come from. I saw one that made it soynd asnifnit was going to really bleach your skin, thats either fake or a total exaggeration. Sorry, i so far havent found anything that really works.
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I have very fair skin, the product never burned me, but it flat out says not to use it if you have a tan... to me that would mean any mediterranean (light olive) - any dark skin would be bad. I agree that there needs to be a contrast between the hair and skin.
1888564
I have pale skin as well and I bought the lightest color this came in and it was still to dark for my skin. I ended up giving it away :(
1671146
It will help lighten skin just a little bit, but let's be real it will not happen overnight. Maybe you need to try bleaching deodorant, lotions and creams to speed up the process because soap is not enough.
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I'm not sure what type of skin you have, or if you're African American so it's difficult to give advice. However, I'm a caucasian woman and apply this product all over my face to help even my skin tone. The 'lightening' isn't dramatic and takes time to see a difference. You might want to use it all over and then add an extra dab on your dark spots. Good Luck!