Health claim

“Using a vitamin C serum can brighten hyperpigmentation within four weeks.”

Claim checked — mixed / earlyMedium riskother

Evidence Summary

Some evidence supports this, but findings are inconsistent or limited in scope.

Clinical trials demonstrate modest improvement in skin tone, but results vary by formulation and concentration.

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Using a vitamin C serum can brighten hyperpigmentation within four weeks. — Evidence Review — MenHealth Digest