Probably
one of the most common skin challenges and one of the most difficult to
solve. The quicker you can tackle this issue the better. The older the
brown spots the more Herculean it is to fade them and even the smallest
amount of UV light can reactivate them. The objective is to squash
melanin activity and put those pigmented cells to sleep. In lieu of
immediately trying hydroquinone, which is quite controversial, try
vitamin C, licorice extract, kojic acid or retinol. I like vitamin C in
the AM and retain-A at night. Also exfoliate often, but gently with
manual scrubs or exfoliating acids such as glycolic or salicylic. When
utilized regularly exfoliant will lessen the appearance of dark spots by
breaking the darker cells apart. A hint: take exfoliation easy during
the summer when melanin cells are active, too much scrubbing and rubbing
can actually trigger them.
Pigmentation is not only
stimulated by sun and over-exfoliating but also by heat. Those prone to
brown spots need to keep skin cool, especially post-exercise. Not only
is keeping on plenty of sunscreen or simply staying out of the sun,
possibly hot yoga is not such a "hot" choice.
Cheers, Miss Violet
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