Dark spots come from a variety of culprits. There’s post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation that may stem from acne; there’s melasma, a genetic condition that is affected by hormonal changes; and there are sun or age spots, which come from cumulative UV damage. And all these issues need high-powered actives to really see results. Vitamins C + E + Ferulic Acid Serum, Marie Veronique ($90) Radiant Rani Brightening Facial Serum, Ranavat Botanicals ($135) Dark Spot Corrector, SkinFix Correct+ ($60) White Willow Sleep Mask & Spot Treatment, Marla Rene ($32) Dark Spot Correcting Cream, Skinergy Beauty ($54.99) Glow2OH Dark Spot Toner, Ole Henriksen ($29) Stroke of Brilliance Brightening Serum, Versed ($19.99) Noni Bright Vitamin C Serum, Kora Organics ($68) A-Passioni Retinol Cream, Drunk Elephant ($74) Turmeric Spot Treatment, Cocokind ($8.99) Overnight Glow Dark Spot Sleeping Cream, Ren ($49) Skin Refining Night Oil, AbsoluteJoi ($57) Renewal Dark Spot Corrector, Burt’s Bees ($19.99)