How to care for skin with pigmentation and prone to melasma?
Pigmentation disorders, including melasma, are caused by an overproduction of melanin in the skin. This can be triggered by UV exposure, hormonal fluctuations, inflammation, genetics, and even aggressive treatments that damage the skin barrier. Melasma often appears as symmetrical dark patches on the cheeks, forehead, and upper lip, and is especially challenging due to its chronic and relapsing nature.
Key ingredients to help reduce the appearance of pigmentation:
Hexylresorcinol: A powerful brightening agent that helps even the skin tone and evens out skin tone.
Tranexamic Acid: Known to reduce the appearance of redness and help even the skin tone at the vascular and cellular level—excellent for skin prone to melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Helps even the skin tone, improves tone, and supports the skin barrier.
Phytic Acid: A gentle exfoliating acid that helps reduce the appearance of dark spots, brightens the skin, and provides antioxidant protection.
PHA: Complementary ingredients for reducing the appearance of pigmentation gently and safely.
Care approach:
Use serums or creams with pigment-regulating ingredients.
Combine with gentle exfoliating acids to enhance penetration and reduce the appearance of discoloration.
Apply daily sunscreen SPF 50—absolutely essential to prevent recurrence.
Avoid harsh treatments or friction that may trigger more pigment formation.
