Evaluation of an Herbal-Based De-Pigmenting System

Inclusion Criteria: * Female age 30-65 * Must be in good general health * Must be willing to use sunscreen on the face daily * Must be willing to avoid tanning beds and excessive exposure to direct sunlight * Must be willing to continue using regular cosmetic regimen Exclusion Criteria: * Nursing pregnant/ planning to become pregnant during the course of the study * Using a medication that increases sensitivity to sunlight including doxycycline, minocycline, tetracycline, ciprofloxin, hydrochlorothiazide, and sulfonamides. * Any known allergies/sensitivities to facial skincare products, anti-aging products, de-pigmenting products, or products containing hydroquinone * Usage of any new skincare products during the course of the study * Presence of atopic dermatitis or psoriasis on the face * Uncontrolled diabetes, hypertension, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism * TCA or other deep peels within 1 year or medium to light peels within 3 months prior to starting the study * Facial/laser treatment within the last 3 months * Facial cosmetic surgery within the last 12 months * Use of product, topical, or systemic medication, known to affect dyschromia, having "whitening" or anti-aging properties * Physical skin conditions such as excessive hair, scarring, tattoos that might impair evaluations of the test sites * Active hepatitis, immune deficiency, or autoimmune disease