Whats is hyperpigmentation and how it is caused?
Hyperpigmentation is a common , usually harmless condition in which patches of skin darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. A common cause of hyperpigmentation is an excess production of melanin. Melanin is a pigment that gives skin its color. Its produced by skin cells called melanocytes. Several different conditions or factors can alter the production of melanin in your body, but the main ones are sun exposure, hormonal influences, age and skin injuries or inflammation.
How to Treat Hyperpigmentation?
1. Vitamin C Serum
Vitamin C serum fight against hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation is caused due to unprotected sun exposure. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C protect against UV induced photodamage.
Derma Co. Vitamin C serum is a combination of 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Ferulic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid. 3-O Ethyl Ascorbic Acid is the most stable and potent form of Vitamin C. It has a superior brightening effect and is most effective against pigmentation and uneven skin tone. Ferulic Acid boosts the effects of Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid protects the overall skin integrity by slowing and ultimately stopping the development of spots, and dark patches, and fine lines.
Derma Co. 20% Vitamin C Serum is formulated to make skin glow by removing blemishes, dark spots, hyperpigmentation and fine lines. The active ingredients in the serum penetrate the skin from within to lighten the skin tone giving a radiant look.
How to use it?
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Apply 3-5 drops of serum on the entire face and neck ( Twice a day ) in a upward circular motion.
(Note: Sensitive Skin people apply the serum only at night times and the people with normal skin can apply this serum twice a day)
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During the day, follow it up with a broad spectrum Sunscreen.
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2. Sunscreen
Sunscreen is hugely important in preventing hyperpigmentation. It prevents the accumulation of photodamage that leads to brown spots and PIH ( post inflammatory hyperpigmentation). Look for a physical blocking sunscreen, preferably with Zinc Oxide as the main active ingredient atleast SPF 50++.
