Sensitive skin guide
Brightening works best when your skin stays calm. Go slow at the start and your skin will thank you.
Before you start: patch test
Apply a small amount of each product to your inner arm and leave it for 24 hours. If you see redness, swelling or itching, don't use it.
The slow start
| Weeks | Soap contact time | How often |
|---|---|---|
| 1–2 | 20 seconds | Every other day |
| 3–4 | 30 seconds | Once a day |
| 5+ | Up to 60 seconds | Up to twice a day |
What's normal, and what's not
- Normal: mild tingling for a few seconds when you start.
- Not normal: burning, stinging that lasts, redness, peeling, itching or dry patches.
If your skin gets irritated
- Rinse the area with cool water.
- Take 2–3 rest days from the soap and serum. Keep using sunscreen.
- Use a plain, fragrance-free moisturiser until skin feels normal.
- Restart at the slowest level: 20 seconds, every other day.
Sensitive areas
- Underarms and bikini line: don't use right after shaving or waxing. Wait 24 hours.
- Face: keep away from the eyes and lips.
- Body: thinner skin (inner arms, inner thighs) needs shorter contact time.
Don't combine (while you adjust)
- Other exfoliants (AHA, BHA, scrubs) on the same day
- Retinol or retinoids on the same night
- Other brightening or peeling products
Stop using and see a doctor if irritation continues after rest days, or if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or use prescription skin treatments.