Best Products to Fight Dark Spots
I have always suffered from dark spots - biggest culprit being all the time in the sun with no sunscreen on. I deeply regret those days but now I am trying my best to minimize them. Here is a list of all the most effective treatments I have used in the past few years. Let’s kiss them good bye!
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Kiehls Dark Spot Corrector
This has a powerful blend of wunderkind vitamin C, white birch and peony extract in a lightweight serum texture. I use this every night with no irritation. It’s also great for acne and blemishes. ($54 for 30ml)
Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum
You can use this both morning and night. It’s powered by a wine sap that is more effective than vitamin C at brightening and erasing those stubborn dark spots. One of my holy grails that I will never stop using! ($79 for 30ml)
Paula’s Choice Triple-Action Dark Spot Eraser 7% AHA Lotion
It’s a triple action corrector with hydroquinone and glycolic acid to help smooth skin and help with cell turnover. This is a go-to recommendation by dermatologists - that is how I got introduced to it too. ($29 for 1oz)
Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Daily Peel
A toned down version of an in-clinic peel - these daily peel pads are super gentle to be used every day but also very gentle on the skin. It’s incredible at brightening the skin’s texture and tone and you will see an immediate result. ($88 for 30 treatments)
Dermalogica Age Bright Spot Fader
If you suffer dark spots from acne scars, this is perfect for you. This is a spot treatment that reduces the appearance of active breakouts as well as post-acne scars. Its got salicylic acid - an amazing ingredient to gently help clear clogged follicles. ($45 for 0.5oz)
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xis Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
One of the most hydrating serums that gives you a gorgeous glow while helping fight uneven skin tone and dark spots. It’s got a blend of niacinamide (yes!!), squalene and rice bran to keep your skin hydrated and glowing while reducing pigmentation. ($20 for 50mL)