How does Meladerm work?

Meladerm® works by combining the well documented properties of the most beneficial and safest active ingredients. Most of the active ingredients in the formula are derived from natural extracts such as Mulberry, Licorice and Bearberry plants.

Your skin color comes from a natural pigment called melanin. Melanin pigment is synthesized in specialized cytoplasmic organelles called melanosomes Within the melanosome, the enzymatic conversion of the amino acid tyrosine to melanin is catalyzed by the enzyme tyrosinase. The melanosomes in darker portions of the skin are more active than those found in normal areas of the body. Ideally, it is best to target this process in multiple ways by dealing with not only the melanosomes, but also the enzyme tyrosinase.

In order to naturally fade dark skin spots and obtain an even complexion, you must dedicate time and patience to the process. When combined with exfoliation agents, Meladerm® often provides initial results within 2 weeks of use, however, full results generally take 2-3 months and vary based on the individual's specific skin physiology and condition.

What makes Meladerm unique?

There are hundreds of skin lightening products already on the market. You may even see creams that contain the same active ingredients as Meladerm®. So what makes the Meladerm® formula so unique? Simply put, research! Though a low grade product might contain similar ingredients, it doesn't guarantee its effectiveness. In order to harness the true power of the active ingredients, great care must be taken when manufacturing the product. Light and air can easily deteriorate substances like Kojic Acid. Other ingredients must be carefully stored in vacuum desiccators in order to preserve their shelf life. Furthermore, the Civant team takes great effort to micronize and filter all of our active ingredients and extracts for superior efficiency. Most cheaper quality manufacturers do not take these precautions.

When creating a product, the base ingredients are just as important as the active ones. It is important to choose proper carriers and liposomes to ensure that the active ingredients are absorbed deeply into the skin. It is also wise to include effective preservatives and moisturizers to ensure minimal skin irritation. Meladerm® contains the highest concentrations of active ingredients tolerated by the skin. The use of special base ingredients and high quality actives is what brings out the true effectiveness of the formula and sets us apart from other manufacturers.


Below is a short list of informational articles on the web. Skin lightening is a relatively small industry and reputable information is sometimes hard to find. We have compiled these links to assist you in your own research and help better your understanding of the skin lightening process. Please check back for periodic updates.

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List of dangerous skin lightening products FDA proposes hydroquinone ban The dangers of hydroquinone Toxicology and health risks of hydroquinone The United Kingdom bans hydroquinone The dangers of mercury in lightening creams (1) List of products containing mercury The dangers of mercury in lightening creams (2) Safe skin lightening ingredients Safety assessment of cosmetic ingredients Overview of skin lightening (safe and unsafe) Overview on skin pigmentation Overview on skin care Dangers of mercury in soaps

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As a pioneer and leader in the creation of safe skin care products, we feel the need to make customers aware of the many low-grade & dangerous products currently on the market. Our website contains dozens of articles and links to reputable sources which provide factual information regarding the safety of skin lightening creams. The Civant team puts your safety above anything else. Our products contain absolutely no hydroquinone, mercury, steroids or other harmful bleaching substances.



"Although the full extent of the dangers of hydroquinone , the active ingredient in the skin bleaching creams are still unknown, U.S. studies have linked it with leukemia, liver damage, and thyroid disorders. Animal studies show that it could cause mutations in developing fetuses.” - Judi Vance (read full article)

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hyperpigmentation Articles and research relating to the lightening of dark skin spots and other hyperpigmentation. Used for the development of Meladerm™.	current page
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