I'm a Skin Doctor. I Do Lasers. My Own Melasma Still Kept Coming Back.
I personally suffer from melasma. I've had it for years.
My skin can't tolerate hydroquinone or tretinoin — the two most common topical treatments — so I had to find a different path. I've tried Vitamin C. It fades it. But it comes back from time to time. Even with lasers from time to time, the sun and stress bring it right back.
That's when I stopped chasing surface fixes and started looking at what's happening underneath. Melasma isn't just pigmentation. It's a signal from inside your body — driven by UV stress memory, hormonal shifts, oxidative damage, and inflammation. When those internal triggers stay active, no cream or laser can hold it back for long.
After years of treating hundreds of patients and managing my own skin, I built something I actually take myself — every morning.
— Dr. Lim Ing Kien (Dr. Ingky), Skin Doctor & Founder of Light Up
Why You Can Trust Dr. Ingky
He Understands It Personally
He has melasma himself. His skin can't even tolerate the standard treatments. He built this for his own skin first.
Real Clinical Experience
He has treated hundreds of melasma patients — not just studied it in a lab.
Focused on Root Cause
He stopped chasing laser fixes and looked at what triggers melasma from within.
Science-Backed Formulas
Every ingredient targets the exact internal pathways that drive melanin overproduction.
No Unnecessary Fillers
Formulated with purpose — not marketing. What goes in has a reason to be there.
Trusted Worldwide
Customers in more than 35 countries use and trust his products.
Dr. Ingky's mission is simple:
He didn't create Light Up for a brand. He created it because he needed it himself and when it worked, he knew he had to share it.
What Dr. Ingky formulated to treat his own melasma:
Ventamin Light Up
It is a daily drink mix. One sachet, mixed with water, every morning. Inside is a blend of clinically studied botanicals Fern Extract, Pine Bark Extract, Green Tea Extract, N-Acetyl-Cysteine and L-Cysteine chosen specifically for how they interact with the melanin pathways that drive melasma from within. It doesn't bleach. It doesn't force fast whitening. What it does is calm the internal triggers that keep bringing your melasma back so your skin becomes less reactive to sunlight, hormones, and stress over time. Dr Ingky take it himself. Every morning. Because he know exactly what happens when he stop.
Instead of giving quick, temporary results, Light Up works gently with your body to help balance pigment over time. It supports your skin in a calm, steady way, so melasma can slowly fade and your skin can look clearer, more even, and feel better again.
Why Light Up Works for Melasma
Helps melasma look lighter over time
Supports your skin from within
Helps your skin look more even and healthy
Many women start to see their skin looking clearer and more even after 12 weeks, and it keeps getting better with time.

What's Inside Light Up?
Natural & Science-Backed Ingredients
Pine Bark Extract
Helps calm skin stress that can worsen melasma over time.
Fern Extract
Helps protect skin from sun triggers that darken melasma.
Green Tea Extract
Antioxidants help brighten and even skin tone.
L-Cysteine & N-Acetyl-Cysteine
Supports melanin balance to help melasma fade more evenly.
Pine Bark Extract
Helps calm skin stress that can worsen melasma over time.
Fern Extract
Helps protect skin from sun triggers that darken melasma.
Green Tea Extract
Antioxidants help brighten and even skin tone.
L-Cysteine & N-Acetyl-Cysteine
Supports melanin balance to help melasma fade more evenly.
I Know What You're Thinking...
WILL THIS ACTUALLY HELP MY MELASMA?
Fair question especially if you've already tried creams, serums, and laser with only temporary results. Here's what's different about Light Up:
Most treatments work on the outside. Light Up works on the inside, targeting the same internal pathways Dr. Ingky identified in his own skin. Fern Extract reduces your skin's reactivity to UV triggers. N-Acetyl-Cysteine supports the glutathione pathway that regulates how much pigment your body produces. Pine Bark Extract calms the oxidative stress that makes melasma darker and harder to fade.
It's not a quick fix. But it's the layer that's been missing from every routine.
- Doctor Formulated
- Science-Backed Ingredients
- Manufactured in FDA-Registered Facilities
- 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee
- Free from Heavy Metals
See the Difference in 12 Weeks
Melasma doesn’t go away overnight but with the right support, your skin can slowly get better.
Week 1 - 2
Ingredients begin working internally. Skin may feel calmer and more hydrated.
Week 3 - 4
Patch edges begin to soften. Tone around melasma looks slightly more even.
Week 5 - 8
Pigmentation visibly lightens. Skin reacts less aggressively to sun exposure.
Week 9 - 12
Melasma looks less defined, less dominant. Skin feels more resilient to triggers.
What Happened When They Finally Tried It
Join Thousands of Women Who've Transformed Their Skin
Don't just take our word for it. These are real women, just like you, who were tired of hiding behind makeup to cover dark spots. They took a chance on themselves and look at them now. Their stories could be yours.
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Still have questions?
We've Got Answers
Everything you need to know about Light Up and your skin transformation journey.
It's different for everyone. You will start to see improvement in your skin health when you consume LIGHT UP regularly.
At Week 2, most people will notice their skin to be more hydrated.
At Week 4, skin feels softer, healthier and more vibrant.
At Week 8, skin starts to visibly improve. Pigmentation is slightly fading and skin appears brighter.
At Week 12, 94% saw a massive improvement in skin’s overall health, pigmentation and hydration.
Based on our research and clinical studies, you should be able to see results between 8 to 12 weeks.
If you are lucky, we have seen good results in our customers as soon as 2 weeks.
Just one sachet a day with food is good.
If you're just starting, try two sachets a day for the first couple of weeks.
If you're going for long exposure under the sun (eg. beach, golf), take two sachets.
LIGHT UP are formulated from natural plant botanical extract. There is no side effects from consuming LIGHT UP.
Mostly, LIGHT UP is chill and doesn't bother people with side effects.
Yep, LIGHT UP is safe to use for prolonged consumption. LIGHT UP is made up of natural, plant botanical extracts. Unlike medication, it does not cause harm to your body. Instead, it provides your body with the neccessary nutrients for better, fresher-looking, glowing skin.
As pregnancy and breastfeeding are crucial period for your family, we recommend you to talk to your doctor before taking LIGHT UP or any other supplements during this time.
LIGHT UP is mainly suitable for adults above 18 years old. If you're under 18, check with a healthcare professional first.
Totally! LIGHT UP works for everyone, no matter your skin type. It's a go-to for anyone wanting better skin.
LIGHT UP is made up of natural, plant botanical extracts. You can check out the ingredient list to ensure that you are not sensitive to any of the ingredient it contains.
If you're taking other medications, it's recommended to check with your healthcare provider if you can consume LIGHT UP.
Yep, LIGHT UP is all good for both vegetarians and vegans.
Nope, LIGHT UP is clean – no common allergens or artificial junk in there.
Yes, LIGHT UP is Halal-certified.
For sure! Check out what people are saying and their before-and-after pics on our website testimonial page and socials.



