Rainy days are here, and the only remembrance we have of the hot summer season are our tanned skin and the dark spots that have unceremoniously blighted our heretofore flawless faces. What to do?  We’ve gathered some of the newest and best whitening skincare products to help you get your skin back to its pristine clear state:

Kiehl’s Dermatologist Solutions Ultimate White Collection has whitening ingredients such as Vitamin C and plum fruit extract; plus light-reflecting minerals for an instant radiant finish. The range consists of Brightening Cleansing Cream, Surface Brightening Exfoliator, Clarifying Whitening Toner, Intensive Whitening Essence, Targeted Spot Whitening Treatment and Activated Whitening Moisturizer.

Nothing beats tried-and-tested extracts that have been used for ages. Clarins recently discovered the Snow Lotus flower that, when combined with Raspberry extract and Vitamin C, can inhibit melanin growth. The White Plus HP Intensive Whitening Botanical Program with Snow Lotus promises to give results in just three weeks.

Most skincare products neglect your neck area, but not Shiseido. From its White Lucent line comes a Brightening Serum for Neck and Decolletage. With a simple, easy-to-follow massage technique, this serum can improve microcirculation and helps remove dead surface cells, too!

Shu Uemura’s White Recovery EX+, like Kiehl’s, has prune extract. But they’ve added a phyto-ingredient called Sakura Leaf Extract that fights melanin production. Depsea water, the purest water that’s extracted from the deepest oceans, is also included. It improves and locks in moisture for healthy, glowing skin. Try the instant spot brightener that comes in a portable brush pen for quick and fuss-free application.

A whitening serum that delivers brightening results, Kanebo Impress IC White Returnergy has Magnalignane. It’s an active whitening ingredient that prevents and controls melanin production. This-rose scented gel has a very light texture, and is easily absorbed by the skin. Complement with the Shadow Clear Wash that has apricot extracts and stable protease to keep your skin radiant.