I was happy with the outcome of the initial items that I bought. I noticed less break outs, minimized pigmentation from acne scars, healed eczema patch around the neck and chest. I was impressed with all that and more. But I wanted also a brightening of the skin and in that I am really disappointed because I bought duo combination that i thought had promise but I noticed that my skin was not really improving and their was a subtle break out instead. So am reverting back to the other regimen that had seen a clearing of older acne pigmentation from scars and no break outs. I just need a clear skin and added brightening will really be great. I still LOVE the product because it has taken care of other subtle skin issues based on ageing that I am really twisted on what combination to use cause I have bought so many and in looking for which items, in combination, will be more effective to reach my skin goals.