During the summer, the sun's rays, the sea, and the hot weather can be tiring on our skin. If you've noticed your skin tone has brightened when you return from vacation, but dark spots remain in some areas, you're not alone. Sun-induced spots (hyperpigmentation) are particularly common around the cheeks, forehead, upper lip, and nose, and can become even more noticeable at the end of summer.
How do you deal with stains?
☀️ 1) First Step: Strong Sun Protection
Before we can begin to reduce the appearance of existing spots, it's crucial to prevent new ones from forming. This is achieved through regular, high-protection sunscreen. Tinted mineral sunscreens, in particular, provide additional protection against visible light thanks to the iron oxide they contain, providing a significant advantage during this period.
🍊 2) Start Using Actives That Even Out Your Skin Tone
Melanin accumulated during the summer can concentrate in certain areas of the skin, causing uneven skin tone. To alleviate this, it's important to use antioxidants and active ingredients that suppress melanin production. Consider ingredients like ascorbic acid, arbutin, and niacinamide.
🌸 3) Refresh Skin with Gentle Cleansing
The stratum corneum (top layer) thickened by sun exposure can increase the appearance of blemishes. Therefore, gentle exfoliation with gentle acids renews the skin and allows for better absorption of active ingredients.
Caution: Strong acids may cause sensitization. Avoid excessive use.
💧4 ) Don't Forget to Repair Your Moisture Barrier
Summer skin is often dehydrated and sensitive. Strengthening the moisture barrier when treating spots is crucial to preventing irritation. Supporting the skin with restorative products is crucial in this regard.
⏳ 5) Continuity and patience are important
Summer stains don't disappear in a few days; they usually require several weeks of regular care. Studies suggest a timeframe of 6-8 weeks. With regular use, you'll see the stains fade over time.
Sample Anti-Stain Care Routine
🌞 Morning Routine — Protection + Illumination
→Helps brighten skin tone and protect against UV-induced free radicals.
2. Super Berry Revitalizing and Tone-Equalizing Arbutin Serum
→ Arbutin helps lighten the appearance of blemishes and even out skin tone.
3. Prebiotic Moisturizing Cream
→ It moisturizes the skin, gives it a brighter appearance, and helps repair it. If you're feeling extra dry, you can add it to your routine.
4. Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+
→ Provides strong protection against sun and visible light; prevents the increase of spots.
🌙 Evening Routine — Refresh + Repair
1. Cleaning
→ You can remove sunscreen or makeup with an oil-based cleanser, and perform a double-step cleanse by removing residue with a gentle water-based cleanser.
2. Rose Bloom AHA + BHA Purifying Toner
→ Gently cleanses the skin from dead skin cells and increases the effectiveness of the active ingredients.
3. Aqua Barrier Moisturizing and Repairing Hyaluronic Acid Serum
→ Increases the skin's moisture retention capacity with hyaluronic acid, moisturizing plant extracts and active ingredients.
4. Spotless Anti-Blemish and Brightening Cream
→ It works throughout the night with powerful anti-blemish active ingredients such as Arbutin, Kojic Acid and Niacinamide.
