Tackling Hyperpigmentation!

Mar 1

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ÂME SKIN STUDIO MONTHLY NEWSLETTER - MARCH 2021

Tackling Hyperpigmentation!

Hyperpigmentation - Ame Skin Studio - Vit C

Hello, guys! Let’s talk about hyperpigmentation!

Those persistent dark marks can appear following inflammation caused by acne or as a result of changing hormones, pregnancy, excess sun exposure, or genetic melasma.

I understand how frustrating these dark spots are. They’re even trickier to deal with on darker skin tones; patches tend to emerge with a higher pigment, and they take a great deal longer to fade than on lighter complexions.

Here I’m going to talk about how and what to use at home to help improve your skin condition regarding hyperpigmentation & melasma.

So let’s start by using a combination of:

alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolic, lactic or mandelic acid to exfoliate away old and pigmented cells;
vitamin A for optimising the skin and improving cell function;
and tyrosinase-inhibiting ingredients such as vitamin C, alpha arbutin and liquorice extract to suppress the excess melanin production that occurs when skin suffers inflammation or injury.

Together, this three-pronged approach will strengthen the skin, break up the appearance of hyperpigmentation on the skin, and brighten for a more even complexion.

And HELLOOO SUNSCREEN!

This BFF will further protect the skin and stop hyperpigmentation from getting worse.

Let’s do a little breakdown of some of these ingredients so you can choose them according to your skin’s needs!

1-AHA’s (alpha hydroxy acid)

a) Mandelic Acid- works to accelerate cell turnover by dissolving the tiny bonds that hold skin cells together, helping to remove dead skin on the surface that can lead to dull complexions, as well as fine lines. Effective for inflammatory acne and hyperpigmentation. Safer for dark skin!
b) Glycolic Acid -It's a water soluble acid and an ingredient that increases luminosity of the skin because it exfoliates the outermost dead layer of the skin. Good for acneic skin.
c) Lactic Acid-is specifically used to treat hyperpigmentation, age spots, and other factors that contribute to a dull and uneven complexion. Other benefits of AHAs like lactic acid include improved skin tone and reduced pore appearance. Good for mature skin.

2-Azelaic acid

This one is considered “the perfect ingredient” because of its gentleness. Azelaic acid is a naturally occurring acidfound in grains such as barley, wheat, and rye. It has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which make it effective in the treatment of skin conditions like acne and rosacea.It also helps the skin to renew itself more quickly and therefore reduces pimple and blackhead formation.

3- Retinol/Retinoids

Essentially, retinol is just a specific type of retinoid. They help reduce fine lines and wrinkles by increasing the production of collagen. They also stimulate the production of new blood vessels in the skin, which improves skin color. Additional benefits include fading age spots and softening rough patches of skin.

Here’s how to use these winning combos for hyperpigmentation: