Hyperpigmentation Solutions

Hyperpigmentation is one of many skin issues that affect many people.  Like acne itself,  hyperpigmentation (the scarring left behind) distracts from one’s beauty, causing aggrevation, anguish and sometimes isolation because you dont want to be around anyone.  I can totally relate because I started getting acne when i was 10 years old.  Imagine going through middle school, high school, college and part of your 20′s with problematic skin.  This drove me to not only spend hours researching and experimenting with various products, but I also developed a passion for skincare. I tried so many spot lightning creams which didnt work for me.  Then I discovered Black Opal Dual Complex Fade Gel which contains 2% hydroquinone (and at the time, alpha hydroxy acid which sweeps away dead skin cells.  They have since changed the packaging and I didnt see the AHA listed in the ingredients.  That doesnt mean it isnt still in the product)   After cleasing the skin, use a toothpick or hair pin to dab on the spot.   The product absorbs into the skin.  Continue with your skincare routine.  I love this product because I began to see a difference in about two weeks. Can be found at your local beauty supply store $15.95

Other alternatives/options for you to try:
-Clinique Even Better Clinical.  This serum is a smart product meaning it seeks out the areas that are darker to lighten them and even out your skintone.  It is for all ethnicities.  Feedback from clients is that although this product takes longer to see results, it actually works.

-Dr Murad Age Spot & Pigment Lightening Gel.  Claims to fade unwanted discoloration and exfoliate damaged skin cells.

-DDF Fade Gel 4.  Contains hydroquinone as well as kojic and glycolic  and alpha hydroxy acid, which are powerful skin/dark mark lightners.

-Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 3% Wash.  This oil free cleanser exfoliates the skin, addresses the signs of aging and evens out texture and tone.

Also, peels, microdermabrasion, and exfoliators can also help to even out skin tone/texture and help fade dark spots.  My personal favorite is the Philosophy Microdelivery Exfoliating Wash which I use 2 to 3 times a week to help cleanse, retexturize and refine my skin.

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Redness Solutions

for those of you who suffer from redness such as being flushed or rosacea, there are several skincare and makeup solutions that can bring you some relief…

• Clinique Redness Solutions Makeup: an amazing oil free makeup which color corrects, treats and calms the skin as well as provides amazing coverage.  This formulation contains SPF 15, antioxidants and probiotics,  helping to strengthen the skin barrier.  Appropriate for dry, dry-combination and combination-oily skin. $24.50
• Clinique Redness Solutions Instant Relief Mineral Powder:  a cooling oil free and talc free mineral powder which reduces redness on contact.  Comes with an anti-bacterial brush. $32.50
• Smashbox Halo Redness Reducing Powder:  not only does this powder reduce redness but it also minimizes the signs of aging (hello!).  Studies have shown that in 6 weeks, women saw a 67% decrease in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. $39
• Tarte At Ease Micronized Clay Calming Concealer: this product does double duty with an antioxidant concealer that reduces redness, heals ,calms and soothes, depuffs (yessss!!!) and tones the skin while the setting powder that also calms the skin and reduces dryness.  $30
• Dermadoctor Cool Calm and Corrected:  targets skins with rosacea to combat oiliness, redness, dryness, etc. and it also diminishes visible signs of aging. $85

These products can be found at your local Sephora, Ulta or department store.