Dark Spot Do’s & Don’ts

If dark spots and uneven skin tone are skin concerns that are on your radar, here’s a list of my top things not to do and what you should do instead in order to effectively fade them away & prevent them from reemerging.

1. Don’t over-exfoliate — Do support steady cell turnover

It is easy to think scrubbing harder fades dark spots faster, but over exfoliation actually worsens pigmentation by inflaming the skin. Instead, opt for supporting your cell turnover & exfoliating the skin from within by using nutrients like White Willow Bark, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

2. Don’t ignore heat exposure — Do keep cool when you can

Even without UV rays, heat from saunas, hot yoga, or even cooking can trigger melanocytes. These are the cells responsible for the pigment in our skin. When triggered, they can deepen pigmentation. Keeping skin cool and avoiding excessive heat helps prevent spots from darkening. This is especially important if you deal with hormonally caused hyperpigmentation.

3. Don’t underestimate inflammation — Do calm skin daily

Any irritation (like picking, harsh products, friction from tight clothing or even stress-driven inflammation) tells your skin to produce more pigment. Our diet can even play a role in increasing or decreasing inflammation. Try to steer clear of excessively processed foods and alcohol. Instead, try to incorporate calming botanicals such as licorice root, zinc, red clover, probiotics and white tea extracts to keep the inflammation and pigment pathway in check.

4. Don’t skip hydration — Do keep skin plump and resilient

Dehydrated skin looks duller and makes pigmentation appear darker. Consistent hydration inside (hyaluronic acid,  2-3 litres of water daily and water-rich foods) and outside (moisturizers with ceramides & hyaluronic acid) helps spots fade more evenly.

5. Don’t forget pollution — Do shield with antioxidants
We can so easily overlook how environmental aggressors like smog and smoke totally ramp up oxidative stress that darkens spots. We tend not to think about this at all, but when we are out and about in life, there truly is so much pollution around us that is really affecting our skin. Antioxidants such as Vitamin C, resveratrol, and CoQ10 act like a shield, keeping your complexion brighter.

The Perfect Skin Kit really is one of the most convenient ways to get your even skin tone back. This trip has been expertly formulated for exactly this purpose. It works to nourish your skin from within and deliver the best results possible 💕

Talk soon,

K xx