Pigment spots: how to reduce them?
How do brown spots appear?
Dark spots are imperfections, characterized by dark areas that appear where the skin is most sensitive (face, décolleté, tops of the hands, etc.) in isolation or in patches. The formation of spots is linked to a dysfunction of melanogenesis, the skin pigmentation process, and to the overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for our skin color. Melanocytes are cells present in the deep layers of the epidermis and responsible for the good health of our skin, in particular because they protect it from the sun's rays. Very fragile, these cells are sensitive to variations. When this complex process is affected, melanin is produced excessively and is distributed anarchicly on the surface of the skin, forming brown spots. Exposure to the sun is the main cause of dysfunction of melanin production and therefore the appearance of brown spots on the face. However, pollution, hormonal fluctuations, skin irritations or the simple aging of cells which over time no longer fulfill their role are all factors likely to lead to the formation of pigment spots.
Can pigment spots be erased?
Dark spots generally appear on the face but also on the neck, décolleté or hands, where the skin is thinnest and most fragile. The first step to take to limit the appearance of pigment spots is to protect the skin from the sun by applying sunscreen with SPF50. When spots are already present, it is possible to reduce them with a suitable facial skincare routine and the choice of a targeted anti-dark spot corrector. The Elixir Anti-Taches Lumière is a targeted and concentrated anti-dark spot treatment, revealing clarity. This lightening treatment from the ILLUMINE range treats visible spots and hyper-pigmented areas with precision, in addition to acting directly on the process of spot formation and melanin transfer. Its high concentration of active ingredients makes it an expert treatment capable of visibly reducing the size and intensity of spots. The Anti-Dark Spot Light Elixir is applied locally to the targeted area, before day care and for a minimum period of 2 months, corresponding to the duration of 2 skin renewal cycles.
Hyperpigmentation: how to even out skin tone?
Pigmentation spots create dark areas on the skin and dull the complexion. Although they can appear at any age and whatever your skin type, brown spots are not inevitable. To fight against spots and restore an even and luminous complexion, IOMA experts recommend the following facial care routine: Cleanse the skin with the Illuminating Exfoliating Cleanser , which eliminates dead cells and impurities that dull the complexion while stimulating cell renewal. Finish cleansing with the Illuminating Care Water to hydrate the skin and prepare it for subsequent treatments. Treat brown spots locally with the Illuminating Anti-Dark Spot Elixir before applying the Bright Pearl Essence serum, which evens out the complexion and promotes skin regeneration. Finally, apply your day cream and/or Cell Protector SPF50+ sunscreen to protect the skin from UV rays and limit the formation of pigmentation spots.
Dark spots, these hyperpigmented areas of skin, are benign skin lesions caused by sun exposure, skin irritations or hormonal or age-related changes. These disorders impact the skin's pigmentation process and the mechanisms of melanin transfer in the epidermis. With the appearance of pigment spots, the complexion loses uniformity and the skin lacks radiance. To fade, correct and prevent dark spots, the ILLUMINE range from IOMA offers expert treatments such as the Anti-Light Spot Elixir , this targeted and ultra-concentrated treatment that reveals a more even complexion and brighter, younger-looking skin.
