Dark spots are one of the most common skin care complaints I hear about from our audience.
And if you think about the underlying causes of dark spots, it makes sense why theyre so common.
Dark spotsare brought on by an overproduction of pigment in skin cells called melanocytes.
This uptick in pigment production is inflammation in the skin.
I feel like because I’ve struggled with melasma and I’m very open about it.
I attract a clientele that’s really focused on pigmentation.
So people think,If she can get her melasma under wraps, I can get mine under wraps.
Here, her targeted approach to treating pigmentation concerns.
Prevention is key: Dark spots are optional"
Many parts of the aging process are unavoidable.
As we age, our bodies changeand skin changes are certainly part of those changes.
This is just a fact of life.
However, some changes can be entirely prevented with the right steps.
“If you protect and care for your skin, you don’t have to have the discoloration.”
Outside of sun protection, it’s important to stick to the basics.
“Anantioxidant serumis imperative to coat and protect the cells so they prevent further pigmentation.
These can actually inhibit pigment from forming.
And in the evening, I like aretinolor something that will help accelerate cell turnover,” she says.
Its also important that your preventative steps extend beyond topical skin care, and involve lifestyle habits.
And of course, the most important prevention step of all:Sunscreen.
The second is through exfoliation and skin cell turnover, thereby speeding up the fading process.
Here are some of the best options to look for in topical products.
Look for soothing and calming ingredients that help with inflammation, she notes.
Maino notes that chemical peels are her go-to.
Im a big chemical peel girl.
But its also going to work on pores, texture, fine lines.
So when I’m thinking about myself, its always a peel.
For most of my clients I have them in for a peel a few times a year.
For me, peels are the gold standard for many skin care concerns.
As for other interventions, such as lasers?
Take it from someone who deals with pigment concerns herself, such as Marino.
