Xanthel® for Xanthelasma: At-Home Cosmetic Gel and Real Results
An at-home cosmetic gel for xanthelasma, made up for your skin.
Key Takeaways
Xanthel® for xanthelasma is an at-home cosmetic gel designed to improve the look of the yellowish patches on or around your eyelids. It’s made up for your skin type, usually applied just once, and comes with free tracked delivery and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee. Results vary.
- Made up for your skin type, for every skin tone from very fair to very dark (Fitzpatrick I to VI).
- Applied at home, usually once, in under 2 minutes, following the guide in your kit.
- The photo diary below follows one customer from application to day 11.
- More customer photos are on our before and after page.
- Made in the EU and posted within 8 days with free tracked delivery.
- Covered by our 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
- Not sure it’s right for you? Send us a photo and we’ll tell you honestly.
- Xanthel® is cosmetic. Xanthelasma can be linked to raised cholesterol, so it’s worth asking your doctor for a check.
What is Xanthel® at a glance?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is it? | A cosmetic gel designed to improve the look of xanthelasma |
| Where do I use it? | At home. No clinic and no appointment |
| How often? | Usually once, in under 2 minutes, with a step-by-step guide in your kit |
| Which skin types? | Made up for your skin type, for all skin tones (Fitzpatrick I to VI) |
| Cream or gel? | Supplied as a cream or gel, depending on where your patches are |
| Where is it made? | The European Union |
| Delivery | Posted within 8 days, free and tracked. Shipping policy |
| Guarantee | 30-day satisfaction guarantee. How it works |
| Reviews | Rated 5.00 out of 5 from 16 customer reviews on the product page |
What is Xanthel®?
What is Xanthel® for xanthelasma?
Xanthel® is a cosmetic gel you use at home to improve the look of xanthelasma, the soft yellowish patches that form on or around the eyelids. We make up every kit for the person ordering it, matched to their skin type and to where their patches are.
We made it because the choices were thin. Natural remedies don’t shift patches that are already there, and clinic removal means appointments, cost and sometimes more than one session. Our founder, P. Cutler, had xanthelasma himself and wanted something simpler, so he worked with consultant dermatologists while developing Xanthel®. You can read more about us here.
Before using Xanthel®
Two patches, one on each upper eyelid, both there for a long time. One of the remedies she’d tried before had left some scarring on the right-hand side, as you look at the photo.
Day 1: just after applying
You can see exactly where Xanthel® went on. Following the guide in her kit, it took her under two minutes. The area reacts straight away, and there was no heavy swelling. Most people only need to apply Xanthel® once.
Day 2
The skin has already started to settle. She had some redness, partly because of the earlier remedies she’d tried. For most people, any redness lasts about a day. She used an antibacterial cream twice a day from the start, as aftercare.
Day 4
The redness has mostly gone, and the yellow patches are no longer visible in this photo. The skin underneath is healing, and there’s no sign of lighter patches of skin.
Day 6
A close-up. There’s no scabbing, and only a little redness left while the surface of the skin finishes healing.
Day 8
The full face. The redness has faded to a slight pinkness, which fades with time. The skin looks smooth, with no puckering on or around the area.
Day 10: right eye
The last of the pinkness has almost gone, and the skin tone is close to the rest of the eyelid.
Day 10: left eye
The patch had pulled her eyelid crease slightly out of shape. Here the crease has settled back into its natural line.
Day 11
Eyes open, so both upper lids are easy to see. In her photos the patches are no longer visible, the skin looks smooth, and there’s no darker or lighter skin around the area. That’s one person’s result. Yours will depend on your patches and your skin, which is why we’re always happy to look at a photo first.
Is Xanthel® better than clinic removal?
Clinic treatments are a real option, and for some people they’re the right one. If you’d rather see a doctor, we’d honestly encourage it. What Xanthel® offers is a simpler route: no appointments, no waiting list, and something you can do in a couple of minutes at home.
Most of our customers come to us after trying something else first, whether that’s a home remedy like castor oil or a clinic treatment that didn’t suit them. If that sounds like you, our xanthelasma removal guide explains how each method works.
Xanthel® or a clinic treatment: what’s the difference?
| Xanthel® | Clinic treatment | |
|---|---|---|
| Where | At home | At a clinic, done by a doctor |
| Appointments | None | A consultation, then the procedure |
| How many times | Usually once | Some methods, such as laser, can need more than one session |
| Options | Made up for your skin type, as a cream or gel | Surgery, laser, cryotherapy or TCA |
| Cost | One kit price, free tracked delivery | Varies by clinic and method |
| Guarantee | 30-day satisfaction guarantee | Depends on the clinic |
Weighing it up? See every option side by side in our xanthelasma treatment guide.
Ready to try Xanthel®?
Made up for your skin and used at home, usually just once.
How do I get Xanthel®?
Every Xanthel® kit is made up for your skin type and posted within 8 days, with free tracked delivery. Inside you’ll find your Xanthel® cream or gel, clear instructions, and everything you need to apply it at home. It’s covered by our 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
Not sure if it’s right for you? Send us a clear, well-lit photo of your eyelids and we’ll tell you honestly.
Simple to use
Applied at home, usually just once, following the instructions in your kit. No clinic and no appointment.
Made for your skin
Made up for your skin tone, from very fair to very dark, and supplied as a cream or gel depending on where your patches are. Read more about our xanthelasma cream.
Why choose Xanthel®?
Easy to use
Your kit comes with a step-by-step guide. You apply it once, it takes a couple of minutes, and over the following days the area settles.
Made in the EU
Xanthel® is made in the European Union to cosmetic quality standards.
Made for your skin tone
We make up every kit for the person ordering it, for any skin tone from very fair (Fitzpatrick type 1) to very dark (type 6).
Free tracked delivery, worldwide
We aim to post your Xanthel® within 8 days of your order, tracked all the way, wherever you are.
Real people to talk to
Not sure whether you have xanthelasma? Email us clear, well-lit close-up photos and we’ll give you an honest answer, even if Xanthel® isn’t right for you.
Help after you order
If you have any questions about using your Xanthel®, just get in touch and we’ll help.
Questions people ask about Xanthel®
Does Xanthel® work?
Xanthel® is designed to improve the look of xanthelasma, and many customers are very happy with their results. You can see their photos on our before and after page. Results vary, and if you’re not satisfied, our 30-day guarantee covers you.
How many times do I apply it?
Usually just once. Your kit includes instructions for your patches, and we’re on hand by email if you’re unsure.
Will xanthelasma come back after Xanthel®?
It can. Xanthel® works on the patches you can see. It doesn’t change why they formed, so new patches can appear over time, just as they can after clinic removal. Looking after your cholesterol is a sensible step, and our xanthelasma diet guide is a good place to start.
Is Xanthel® suitable for dark skin?
Yes. Every kit is made up for the person ordering it, for any skin tone from very fair to very dark.
Can I use it under my eyes?
Xanthel® comes as a cream or gel depending on where your patches are, including xanthelasma under the eyes. Send us a photo and we’ll make sure you get the right one.
Should I see a doctor first?
It’s a good idea. Xanthel® is a cosmetic product, and because xanthelasma can be linked to raised cholesterol, it’s worth asking your doctor for a simple check, whatever you decide to do about the patches.