From those that appear in adolescence due to pimples caused by acne, to those caused by hormonal disorders (known as melasma) for example when taking contraceptives or during pregnancy (known as chloasma) and finally those caused by the sun and senile ones derived from skin aging.
This article is dedicated to all those women who take special care of their skin, especially those who are convinced that to enhance their beauty, they must always consider their health.
Learn what hyperpigmentation is, its main causes, the most common types of spots, and what you can do NOW to prevent them.
What is hyperpigmentation?
The first thing you need to know is that hyperpigmentation is the general term for any darkening of the skin .
The skin darkens because melanocytes, which are the skin cells responsible for producing a natural skin pigment (melanin), increase their development in an uncontrolled manner when there is an external attack on the epidermis.
And the greater the aggression, the greater the amounts of melanin that the melanocytes expel in groups, generating dark spots and uneven skin tones.
The main causes of hyperpigmentation are overexposure to ultraviolet rays, skin aging, genetic predisposition, trauma, inflammation, or hormonal influences.
The 4 most common types of stains
Now you know that skin spots are caused by an attack on the epidermis, such as exposure to sunlight, but their formation is also influenced by family predisposition or hormonal changes... Do you want to know which are the most common?
1. Age spots or sun spots
Age spots (also known as senile or solar lentigo) are caused by skin aging and affect both sexes from the age of 40.
These spots usually appear in the areas most exposed to the sun, such as the face, neck, arms, shoulders, neckline and hands , as flat, dark patches on the skin of different sizes.
In general, these pigmented spots are not harmful to your health, but if you have any doubts, at Estetic Medic Garvin we always recommend a dermatological evaluation.
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2. Melasma
It is a type of hyperpigmentation that affects 90% of women and is caused by hormonal influences, such as taking birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy.
These spots usually appear on the forehead, cheeks, and mustache area . They are, without a doubt, the most persistent and difficult to treat due to the hormonal factors involved.
3. Chloasma
Chloasma is similar to melasma, except that it appears during pregnancy and disappears months later . The most common spots appear on areas most exposed to the sun, such as the cheeks, mustache, and forehead .
4. Acne spots
Why do spots appear when we suffer from acne?
This happens because when any type of acne lesion appears, the epidermis or skin becomes inflamed . In response to this skin alteration, melanocytes undergo an overproduction, which leads to residual spots that persist even after the pimples disappear, appearing as darker "patches."
These spots are known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and affect both men and women.
How to prevent stains from appearing
We've said it before: we don't like dark spots, no matter how old we are. But now we also know that suffering from dark spots has a direct relationship with our health. So, addressing your skin's needs today will enhance your youthfulness and improve your skin's quality of life.
1. Use sunscreen all year round
The most effective measure to prevent the appearance of age spots is sun protection.
Remember that your skin has a memory, and the ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun progressively damage your cellular DNA. What's more, tanning is your skin's response to sun damage, so you should tan in moderation and ALWAYS use sunscreen.
As sun exposure increases, the melanocytes in your skin grow and produce more melanin, creating dark spots on most exposed areas, such as your hands, neckline, and face.
We add that as the skin ages, the regulation of melanosomes becomes uncontrolled, resulting in the increase in the appearance of dark spots, usually starting at age 40.
Genetics also plays a role, as if your parents have age spots, the likelihood of them appearing in your generation is much higher.
For this reason, dermatologists and skin experts continually raise awareness that the most important measure to prevent the appearance of dark spots at any stage of your life is to use a good sunscreen 365 days a year.
We love Mesoprotech Melan 130 Pigment Control by Mesoestetic , a unique cream with a color tone that doubles the minimum required by sunscreens to prevent your skin from aging prematurely.
Contains azeloglycine to reduce skin inflammation, depigment dark spots, and restore your natural radiance without altering it.
Using sunscreen is the best solution to protect your skin and prevent photoaging.
Don't forget that before applying your protective cream daily, it is important to clean your skin regularly to remove all impurities and polluting particles that settle in your pores.
2. Go for a healthy tan
Are you one of those who spends hours and hours in the sun and doesn't stop until you have an "African-style" tan every summer?
Our recommendation is to forget about that, because prolonged exposure to the sun during the hours when the rays are most damaging will increase your risk of skin cancer by up to 75% and accelerate the formation of dark spots.
At Estetic Medic Garvin, we recommend replacing long hours of sun exposure with self-tanners that tan your skin in record time, thus preventing cell damage and the appearance of dark spots.
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3. Use depigmenting and regenerating creams to prevent spots and lighten existing ones.
Did you know that it's possible to control, reduce, and prevent the appearance of dark spots at home using antioxidant, depigmenting, and regenerating creams?
You may think cosmetic creams don't work miracles, but let me tell you that in the specific case of dark spots, there are very powerful active ingredients, such as topical antioxidants, that effectively inhibit the skin's melanin production processes, helping to prevent hyperpigmentation. Retinoids, or vitamin A derivatives, inhibit melanin formation by accelerating cell regeneration and stimulating collagen production, thereby tightening your skin.
Retinol can irritate your skin at first, so we recommend using it gradually and, if you have any questions, always consult a specialist who will diagnose your case individually.
The depigmenting action of tranexamic acids has recently been discovered, and they are now widely prescribed as active ingredients in dermatological studies, both topically and orally.
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If you want to discover our favorite creams to prevent the appearance of spots, lighten and delay melanin production , these three win on the podium:
In the top 1:
1. Melan Tran3x Concentrate by Mesoestetic , an intensive serum with kojic acid and tranexamic acid to inhibit the formation of spots, regulate melatonin production and reduce skin inflammation.
Plus, it deeply moisturizes and gradually lightens and eliminates your blemishes with each use.
Beauty Tips
- Apply 3 drops to a clean, dry face in the morning.
- Tap for a few seconds until completely absorbed.
- Repeat the same beauty routine at night.
If you want to enhance the results if you suffer from very persistent age spots, including melasma, continue your beauty routine with the top 2…
2. Melan Tran3x Depigmentation by Mesoestetic , a depigmenting gel cream for all skin types that reduces the inflammation of spots, gently exfoliates the skin and inhibits the formation of spots thanks to its regenerative power.
Beauty Tips
- Massage gently until completely absorbed.
- Repeat the same beauty routine at night.
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3. Ultimate W & Whitening Spot Eraser by Mesoestetic . Its main active ingredients include retinol and watercress sprouts to prevent the appearance of spots and tighten the skin. It works like an eraser because it lightens, especially dark spots in specific areas such as the eye contour or those caused by aging.
Beauty Tips
- Apply a small amount to the area to be treated in the morning.
- Massage gently in circular motions for a few seconds until absorbed.
- At night, repeat this beauty routine for even better results.
Protect your skin and use depigmenting creams regularly to get rid of spots.
Of course, I need you to engrave this in your memory: it's useless to use depigmenting products if you don't use daily sunscreen correctly.
The best beauty secret for controlling dark spots is to protect your skin with appropriate SPF creams 365 days a year. Whether it's summer or winter, whether you're outdoors or spend hours in front of blue light (it's proven that the light emitted by mobile devices, LEDs, etc., triggers the action of melanin and causes dark spots).
But if you already have them or if they still appear this summer, ALWAYS remedy them.
Rely on specialists for a personalized, tailored evaluation that corrects your existing spots without altering your skin.
If you notice any of your spots growing unevenly, changing color, or becoming itchy, visit your dermatologist.
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