Ugh, black spot. Anyone who has them knows they’re not always the easiest to protect — especially if you have one darker skin tone and struggle with acne. However, to be honest, hyperpigmentation cannot really be treated with a one-size-fits-all approach. There are many factors that can trigger the formation of dark spots, including sun exposure, eczema, and acne, and the list goes on. Either way, it’s important to see a dermatologist to figure out how to treat it your specific needs and hyperpigmentation. They will be able to tailor a custom hyperpigmentation skin care routine to you and skin. All in all, there are some great ingredients that can treat it, including vitamin C, retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid.
I can also ask estheticians and global educators about QMS Medicosmetics Rowan Hall-Farrise for a little more understanding on the matter. “At QMS, we will first address and eliminate some of the causes of pigmentation,” she says. Pollution plays a huge role in this. First I will work with ours Epigen Range to clear the skin and retrain it against the impact this stressor has had on the skin. This is like an esthetician’s version of a blank canvas. You get more visible and longer lasting results with pigment correcting products when first actively protecting skin from pollution. Then I can start working to calm melanin production with QMS Serum day and night evenly color ($178) and Advanced Cellular Marine Day & Night Cream ($310). I will always have my clients working continuously with QMS Collagen System Sensitization 3-Step Procedure Kit ($298) to keep the integrity and function of the skin barrier at optimal levels. The final product that should be used religiously is SPF 50. Always protect, protect, protect! “
For some more of our favorite Hall-Farrise products for treating dark spots and blemishes, keep scrolling. You’ll find the best scrubs, masks, and serums to add to your hyperpigmentation skincare routine.
