As a woman of color i would say to you go visit a beauty supply store they can help you make the right decision for your skin type

Go to this website http://www.rxforbrownskin.com/ the product is sold in the mall or you can order it online. It's made specifically for women of color.

Try using Met Tathione Skin Whitening Product. It's a reduced glutathione which effectively lightens dark skin to fulfil the desire of having fair complexion.

Black women can use most any skin care product. As mentioned, there are skin care lines developed exclusively for black skin like rxforbrownskin. However, the main issue that women of color face as it relates to skin care is hyperpigmentation/brown spots. Acne, wrinkles, and elasticity can be vanquished using most any skin care regimen - but hyperpigmentation is a different animal. I love the benefits of glycolic peels/microdermabrasion. I used a coffee scrub regularly (on face/body). I apply a cream that contains kojic acid and hydroquinone on any brown spots on the face/body twice daily. Finally, sunscreen is key to prevention of "sun spots".

I think Ambi is the best skin care product for African American women and it comes in different skin type. If you are looking for a skin lighting creame; I would suggest Fashion Fair products. Products from both of these companies are real good.