Stop wondering how to get rid of dark spots and age spots

The number one question I get asked in the treatment room is, "how do I get rid of dark spots?" 

Dark spots, age spots, or hyperpigmentation - whatever you choose to call them - are tricky to treat. However, with the right tools in your toolbox and some patience, you can improve them and even achieve a brighter, even complexion.

The secret is effective homecare, the right treatments, and consistency. Read on to uncover how! ​

The 80/20 RUle

When correcting and managing any skincare concern, remember the 80/20 rule - 80% of your results come from homecare, and 20% are in-office treatments. ​

home care

SPF and be diligent about reapplication
I recently had a client working on treating her dark spots and uneven skin tone. Knowing that she had been on several trips these last few months, one being in a scorching and sunny climate, I was impressed to see that her pigment had not worsened. It seemed to have improved! When I mentioned this to her, she admitted that though she had not been as consistent with her homecare products, she had been religious about applying and reapplying her sunscreen and wearing a hat. This was reflected in her skin. 

You cannot treat dark spots without SPF. It is not possible. Find a broad-spectrum water-resistant SPF that you like, use it daily and reapply. 


Treat and Correct with the Melanolyte System
The Melanolyte System from Epionce consists of two products that, when used together, address all 14 biological pathways that lead to dark spots. This is huge considering that the two most popular ingredients used to correct dark spots only address one out of the fourteen. Clinically proven to help diminish the appearance of dark spots using botanical ingredients, the MelanoLyte Skin Brightening System is safe to use every day and over the long term. That means happy, bright skin today, tomorrow, and always!

The MelanoLyte Pigment Perfection Serum features Turmeric Extract, Lemon Balm, Apple and Date Extracts to help brighten the appearance of dark spots. 

MelanoLyte Tx features Licorice Extract, which was clinically proven to be more effective than Kojic Acid in reducing the appearance of dark spots, and White Water Lily to minimize unwanted spots. 

How to use
AM: After cleansing, apply the Melanolyte TX, your Renewal Lotion, and follow up with SPF
PM: After cleansing, apply the Melanolyte Serum, Melanoyte TX, and end with Intensive Nourishing Cream 
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In-office treatments

Combined with your homecare, in-office treatments are critical to get you the results that you desire. Remember the 80/20 rule!

In-office treatments aren't one size fits all. You have to figure out what treatments  are best for you and your lifestyle. Do you spend a lot of time outdoors? Do you have time  you don't mind your skin peeling? How quickly do you want to see result? How much time and money are you comfortable investing? Being open and honest with your skincare professional is important when beginning  any regimen and treatment plan.   

Here are 3 services I offer to treat dark spots. They very from about a 3-5 days of downtime (peeling) to quick 30 minute glow and go procedures. 

MandeliClear Peel with Vitamin A Accelerator: 
Bring out the big guns! 

The MandeliClear Peel System is a deeper peel developed for treating pigmentation. This unique acid complex will lighten pigmentation due to acne, melasma, or photo-damaged skin. The MandeliClear acid complex combined with the Vitamin A Accelerator accelerates physical peeling without excessive damage to the skin resulting in a flawless complexion. 

Frequency: 
1-3 treatments, 6-8 weeks apart about once a year

This is for you if: 

• ​You are in need of brightening of dark spots due to: acne, melasma or photodamage, mild acne scarring.
• Have already been prepping your skin with proper homecare  for a month
• You don't mind peeling. It can be little flakes to lots of skin shedding all over, similar to after you get a sunburn. If you have been receiving consistent facials and have been on a good homecare regimen for at least a month,  less peeling is to be expected. 

 
SWiCH
The "Relaxing  Non -Peel Peel"

The SWiCH Dermal Rejuvenation System is a unique alternative to chemical peels. SWiCH takes advantage of the skin's natural repair mechanism to help restore the skin's optimal appearance without injury to the skin, allowing your skin to repair itself from the inside out. 

Frequency:
A series of 3-6 one to two times a year. 

This is for you if: 

• You are concerned with aging and dark spots, and are over the age of 37.
• Want a peel but don't want the downtime or peeling, or maybe you are a little nervous to jump right in with a chemical peel. 
• Minimal downtime

Lite Refresh Peel
Glow and Go ​

A lunch-time chemical peel takes only a few minutes to help unclog pores and rejuvenate skin's appearance–without downtime like that from stronger peels. The mild formula of Malic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Willow Bark calms redness and leaves skin looking glowing and radiant. A quick simple way to brighten and smooth skin's appearance. 

Frequency: 
Can be done bi-weekly or as needed 

This is for you if: 

•  You are short on time and want something with no downtime. 
• Want to ease into chemical peels but not quite ready to take the plunge.
• You can easily add this on to your dermaplane or facial service. 

next steps

While there are many options to treat uneven skin tone, these are just a few that I offer. No matter what route you take, whether it be the services mentioned above or another option, don't forget that your homecare is what will take your results next level. It also minimizes the possibility of a reaction.

Be open and honest with your skincare provider about what fits in your life. This is your skin, face, time, and money - and it should be customized and tailored to your needs. 

You can shop all of the products I mentioned here. Be sure to also check out this blog all about hyperpigmentation and what causes dark spots. As always, email me if you need any help setting up your homecare routine.

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