A Guide To Busting Dark Patches Of Skin

a. Tyrosinase inhibitors: These are lightening active ingredients that reduce melanin production. Arbutin, L-niacide, kojic acid, glabridin, vitamin C, and rucinol are common examples.

b. Antioxidants: These repair the damage caused by the sun. Antioxidants are protective and fight against oxidation, which can lead to an increase in skin pigmentation. Vitamins E and C, and polyphenols such as green tea, olive and grape extracts are all good ones. It's also worth boosting your diet with antioxidant foods, too; be sure to up your intake of blueberries, goji berries, pecans, kidney beans and even dark chocolate.

c. Exfoliating active ingredients: These will help the skin regenerate and accelerate cell renewal. Look for AHAs and BHAs such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, and salicylic acid.

Pigmentation occurs more commonly on fair skin in the form of large freckles and often appears on exposed areas of the body such as the face, cleavage, and back of the hands. However, that's not to say that darker skin tones can't get these blemishes too, where they often manifest themselves as discoloured, uneven patches. These marks can be treated by a dermatologist if they’re very deep and severe or tackled at home with the different tips mentioned above. Make the above habits a part of your daily and weekly skincare routine to keep your skin free of dark spots and blemishes.