How to Reduce and Prevent Pigmentation on the Face
Customer Service Advisor at Adore Beauty
Many of us who spent their 20s swapping their sunscreen for a sunkissed glow, now know the trials and tribulations of dealing with pigmentation on the face.
The effects of sun damage, like sunspots or skin discolouration, are easy to prevent, but harder to reduce once they’ve taken effect on the skin.
How to Minimise the Appearance of Pigmentation with Natarsha from Our Customer Service Team
How Do I Get Rid of Pigmentation at Home?
For those of us who can’t rely solely on the power of prevention, there are many methods out there that can help fade pigmentation faster and rejuvenate the skin.
Natasha shares her top products for pigmentation as she walks us through how to use them in her A.M. and P.M. routines. Keep reading to see how you can do it all at home...
Tarsh's Tips to Remove Pigmentation on Your Face:
- Don't over strip your skin with harsh chemical exfoliants or toners, and opt for a gentle exfoliant like Lactic Acid.
- You can add sun protection over your makeup look using a mineral powder with SPF.
- Start with a low strength Retinol and build up to figure out your tolerance.
- Because pigmentation is so deep below the surface of the skin, there is only so much you can do to reverse it. The best method for minimising pigmentation is prevention, and that can be achieved with a good SPF. Whether you’re spending your time indoors or outdoors, using an SPF is vital to shield your skin from sun damage. Remember, SPF is only one part of sun protection! Always seek shade, and wear sunnies, a hat and protective clothing. Use sufficient sunscreen for all unprotected areas and reapply sunscreen as directed. Frequent re-application or use in accordance with directions is required for effective sun protection. Always read the label. Prolonged high-risk sun exposure should be avoided.
Morning Skincare Routine to Reduce and Prevent Pigmentation
Step 1: Start With a Gently Exfoliating Cleanser
Step 1: Start With a Gently Exfoliating Cleanser
When dealing with pigmentation, many of us have the inclination to use harsher chemical exfoliants to really strip back the skin. This is not always the best approach, and instead we recommend using a lightly exfoliating cleanser with Lactic acid, an ingredient that hydrates as it exfoliates. The is the best of both worlds, working to lightly exfoliate and contains Australian Finger Lime and Vitamin C to brighten the complexion.
Step 2: Brighten and Protect with Vitamin C
Step 2: Brighten and Protect with Vitamin C
Using a potent Vitamin C serum will not only help lift and brighten your pigmentation, but it also provides environmental and UV protection that may cause further damage. The provides a powerful formula of 10% L-Ascorbic acid, Ferulic acid and Phloretin. This fast acting serum is the real deal, and just 3-4 drops should be applied directly to the skin after cleansing, avoiding the under eye area.
Step 3: Give the Skin a Boost of Vitamin B
Step 3: Give the Skin a Boost of Vitamin B
A Vitamin B serum can help with rejuvenation, anti-aging and collagen production. It also contains Vitamin B, which is an underrated pigmentation product, as it hydrates and reduces redness. We love the because it contains Copper Tripeptides, which diminish the appearance of unevenness in the skin. Apply 3-4 drops.
Step 4: The Moisturiser with the Most
Step 4: The Moisturiser with the Most
Follow up with a lightweight moisturiser like the . This is a great all-rounder moisturiser that adjusts to the needs of your skin.
Step 5: Double Up on Sun Protection
Step 5: Double Up on Sun Protection
Finish you A.M. routine with a pump of the . If you feel like you need to top up your coverage throughout the day, try a mineral powder with added sun protection like the .
Night Skincare Routine to Reduce and Prevent Pigmentation
Step 1: Start (again) with a Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
Step 1: Start (again) with a Gentle Exfoliating Cleanser
Start your P.M. routine off with the . You can see how much of a staple this cleanser really is, as it’s perfect for breaking down makeup at the end of a long day and hydrating the skin.
Step 2: Skip the C and Go Straight to B
Step 2: Skip the C and Go Straight to B
Another product that appears again in this routine is the . This helps soothe and hydrate the skin at night with its added Panthenol and Hyaluronic acid.
(Alternating) Step 3: Promote Cell Turnover
(Alternating) Step 3: Promote Cell Turnover
Retinol is known as one of the most powerful skincare ingredients and helps break down pigmentation by promoting cell turnover. If you’re sensitive to retinol we recommend trying the , which is an advanced, but low strength formula of 0.3% suited to all skin types. Use at night and remember to always apply SPF the next day as Retinol sensitises the skin.
(Alternating) Step 3: Brighten your Skin Tone
(Alternating) Step 3: Brighten your Skin Tone
Once a week, on a night when you don’t use the Vitamin B or Retinol, try using the to resurface and brighten your skin. You don't need to use this product with anything else, including moisturiser, for a high strength overnight facial.
Step 4: Overnight Hydration
Step 4: Overnight Hydration
You can finish up either of these routines with the . This is a great moisturiser suitable for day or night packed with highly emollient ingredients.
*SPF is only one part of sun protection! Always seek shade, and wear sunnies, a hat and protective clothing. Use sufficient sunscreen for all unprotected areas and reapply sunscreen as directed. Always read the label.
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