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What causes pigmented spots?
Pigmented spots most often appear on the face, hands and shoulders, that is, areas that are exposed to increased levels of sunlight.
Besides genetic predisposition, there are several factors behind the development of pigmented spots:
- excessive sun exposure of the skin
- use of hormonal pills, medications, antibiotics, dietary supplements
- use of perfumes and their combination with sun.
Pigmented spots can also be a manifestation of certain diseases, e.g. in liver and kidney diseases. At the same time, pigmented spots affect up to 90% of people over 50 years old, regardless of skin type.
Prevention
If we want to prevent the formation of pigmented spots and prevent their spread or darkening, we recommend thorough sun protection. Sunlight in reasonable amounts is very important for our body, as it contributes to the formation of vitamin D, excessive sun exposure can already have harmful consequences.
Be careful with herbs, teas and perfumes
Some essential oils (especially citrus) or oils (St. John's Wort) and teas from plants (also e.g. St. John's Wort) are photosensitive, it is necessary to avoid their use in combination with sun, as they can cause the formation of pigmented spots on the skin.
When using medicines and nutritional supplements, we recommend carefully reading the package leaflet to see if photosensitivity of the product is mentioned.
We don't have to avoid the sun, but rather pay more attention to using creams with a protective factor according to skin type, wear light clothing that covers the most exposed parts of the body during the hottest hours (between 11 and 3 PM), wear a hat, sunglasses...
Do not apply perfume on areas that are exposed to sunlight.
What helps with pigmented spots?
Pigmented spots are primarily an aesthetic problem that can be solved.
It's ideal to start a treatment course in autumn or winter. During spring and summer, you should use creams with a higher protection factor to prevent the formation of pigmented spots during a course with retinoids or other preparations more sensitive to sun exposure.
EXFOLIATION
A method by which the upper layers of skin are removed. It is a non-invasive process that you can also do at home.
Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), which in this 5% formulation offers gentle exfoliation of dead skin and thus provides acceleration of cell renewal, reduction of pigmented spots, acne and overall improvement of skin texture.
stronger concentration of alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) - in 10% formulation
The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution
10-minute exfoliating serum for deep skin cleansing. It is recommended to use max. 2 x per week. This product became the 2 x Product of the Year in the serum category on Heureka and is one of the most popular products of The Ordinary brand. It's definitely worth trying!
RETINOLS / RETINOIDS
Retinoids work by stimulating the skin to accelerate the cell renewal process to promote the growth of new cells. At the same time, they stimulate collagen production and tighten the deeper layers of skin, which are the source of wrinkles. Retinoids also regulate skin pigmentation, lighten dark patches, pigmented spots and help against clogged pores in acne.
VITAMIN C
Vitamin C is an effective antioxidant that brightens skin tone and reduces signs of aging. It also supports mechanisms in the skin to promote the formation of collagen and elastin, making the skin firmer and dynamic wrinkles finer. Vitamin C reduces the production of melanin, which is responsible for the formation of pigmented spots.
We have a rich selection of Vitamin C in our offer - we recommend:
PURITO - Pure Vitamin C Serum 60ml
or in cream form
HADA LABO - Melano CC Vitamin C Moisture Cream 2021 Edition 23g
ARBUTIN
Alpha-arbutin was developed to inhibit melanin production. It brightens the skin and focuses on reducing pigmented spots.
The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA 30ml
THE ORDINARY - Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% 30ml
NIACINAMIDE
Niacinamide is known especially for helping skin that is prone to acne. However, niacinamide also focuses on reducing skin imperfections, skin spots after rashes, pigmented spots, acne. If you also have enlarged pores, don't think any further and get it.
All products containing niacinamide can be found here.
NIOD - RE-PIGMENT
is a multifunctional brightening serum to fight hyperpigmentation.
This highly saturated, ultra-light serum combines modern advances in biotechnology with peptide technologies to fight the symptoms of one of the most complex skin problems: hyperpigmentation. This formulation visibly works against uneven pigmentation. The result of regular use is brightened, unified skin.
Our daily SPF
we already mentioned above as a prevention of pigmented spot formation and in case of using vitamin C and retinoids in your routine they are a MUST HAVE in any season. Yes, even when it's cloudy :)