tells Glamour. can be the result of healed acne scars, bug bites, injury, rashes, sun damage, or other inflammation in the skin which can trigger increased melanin production, she says. “After the inflammation resolves, the extra melanin is then deposited in the skin resulting in a dark mark.”If you’re not a fan, there are some products that can help minimize the appearance of dark spots and even skin tone.
Chief among them: A dedicated dark spot corrector. These are “products that contain ingredients to accelerate evening of skin tone, minimizing any pigment and stain left behind,” says , MD, board-certified dermatologist at in New York City.According to , MD, a board-certified dermatologist specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology, there are some specific ingredients you’ll want to look out for when selecting an effective dark spot corrector:The other dermatologists we consulted would also add , azelaic acid, ferulic acid, alpha arbutin, and centella asiatica to that list. “Even and glycolic acid are useful in lightening hyperpigmentation, making them great dark spot correctors,” says Dr.
Nasarian.That said, it’s important not to apply certain ingredients simultaneously, says Dr. Castilla: “For example, avoid using a retinoid and a chemical exfoliant such as glycolic acid on the same day, as you are likely to cause irritation.” She also notes that “it’s really not worth it to invest in a dark spot corrector if you are not using consistently.”Dr.
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