A frequent topic discussed in the treatment room. Pigmentation can be difficult to treat. But over the years I have seen phenomenal improvements with my clients skin by educating them on how to care for the skin more mindfully during the summer months, on holidays, during pregnancy and in general as we get older.
What is Hyperpigmentation?
Pigmentation is when areas of your face are darker than others. This is triggered by an increase in melanin production (the natural pigment that gives our skin, hair & eyes colour)
Why do we get it?
Hyperpigmentation can be caused by genetics, hormones, age, UV exposure, injuries and medication.
Skin Wise Tips for reducing and improving Pigmentation:
- Never leave the house without SPF on your skin. All those 10 minute walks and bike rides with unprotected skin will lead to damage and discoloration in time.
- Sun protection goes further than just using SPF. Hats, protective clothing, sunglasses and shade are all equally as important when exposed to UV rays.
- Keep your skin cool. Use cold rollers, cold sheet masks, cold towels to calm your skin down.
- Re apply your SPF every 2 hours when exposed to the sun. Even when wearing makeup or sitting in the shade.
- Limit use of active acids, retinols and avoid invasive treatments while being directly in the sun.
Skin Wise top product picks for pigmentation:
- SkinCeuticals Advanced Brightening SPF 50 with pigment correcting ingredients for a even complexion. https://skin-wise.com/pages/skinceuticals
- Nannic UV sheild mist for top ups over makeup.https://skin-wise.com/collections/nannic/products/uv-shield-50ml
- Phloretin CF vitamin C serum - a powerful antioxidant, clinically proven to target discolouration and even skin tone. https://skin-wise.com/pages/skinceuticals
- SkinCeuticals Discolouration serum - clinically proven to help major dark spots & brighten the skin. https://skin-wise.com/pages/skinceuticals
- SkinCeuticals Retinol or Glycolic 10 night time product for resurfacing. https://skin-wise.com/pages/skinceuticals
- Nannic Willow Bark Peeling for weekly gentle exfoliation and brightening the skin.https://skin-wise.com/collections/nannic/products/willow-bark-peeling-mask-150ml
- SANA Japanese Face masks with soy to instantly hydrate, brighten, calm as often as desired. https://skin-wise.com/collections/best-selling/products/sana-nameraka-honpo-soy-milk-moisture-jelly-mask
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to pigmentation.
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Favorite body SPF - https://www.lancaster-beauty.com/uk/suncare/sun-beauty/body-milk-spf-50
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Body - https://bondisands.com.au/?srsltid=AfmBOooQ54t3CHGTTLiKDx-rItjRn13mU4JvZsgxvDIncMLZVSQkF6F_
Face - https://sosucosmetics.com/products/medium-dark-face-tan
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