Prevent and reduce discoloration
Tips for Even Skin Tone
Discoloration, also known as dark spots or age spots, is a challenging and often lifelong condition. The secret to achieving and maintaining an even skin tone as you age is to protect your skin from the sun and other harmful elements while you’re young. The following tips will help you avoid damage and will also benefit those with discolored skin — being proactive about protection and treatment is key to preventing discoloration from appearing or getting worse.
Use sunscreen daily — Years of UV damage can start showing up on your skin later in life as dark spots. Protect yourself by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning and reapplying every two hours when you’re outdoors.
Dim your windows and block out ambient light — Your commute to work may expose you to more UV rays than you realize (UVA rays penetrate glass). Use window tinting to protect your windows (and remember — sunscreen on all exposed areas!).
Wear a hat – These accessories not only add a touch of style, but can also be an important tool in keeping your skin looking young and beautiful. Wide-brimmed hats provide the best protection for your face, neck, and décolleté.
Gently exfoliate your skin – We recommend using Daily Exfoliant as a good way to exfoliate. Over-exfoliating or using harsh scrubs can cause inflammation, which is a major cause of discoloration. Make sure to avoid scrubs that contain sharp particles such as apricot seeds or nuts. Use a formula that has soft, round balls.
Avoid excessive heat – Burns are a major cause of discoloration because they cause an inflammatory response beneath the skin’s surface. Additionally, people with discoloration should avoid hot activities such as steam rooms and hot yoga.
Add a retinol to your routine – Using a nightly retinol with added brightening ingredients helps increase cell turnover and bring discoloration to the surface, reducing the signs of discoloration and giving you an even skin tone. Our favorite is Intensive Brightening Treatment: 0.5% pure retinol night.
Consult your specialist – Chemical peels play a huge role in maintaining long-term skin health. Talk to a PCA SKIN-certified professional to find out which professional treatment is best for your skin type and specific concerns.
Explore daily skincare products that help combat discoloration.
Discoloration, also known as dark spots or age spots, is a challenging and often lifelong condition. The secret to achieving and maintaining an even skin tone as you age is to protect your skin from the sun and other harmful elements while you’re young. The following tips will help you avoid damage and will also benefit those with discolored skin — being proactive about protection and treatment is key to preventing discoloration from appearing or getting worse.
Use sunscreen daily — Years of UV damage can start showing up on your skin later in life as dark spots. Protect yourself by using a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning and reapplying every two hours when you’re outdoors.
Dim your windows and block out ambient light — Your commute to work may expose you to more UV rays than you realize (UVA rays penetrate glass). Use window tinting to protect your windows (and remember — sunscreen on all exposed areas!).
Wear a hat – These accessories not only add a touch of style, but can also be an important tool in keeping your skin looking young and beautiful. Wide-brimmed hats provide the best protection for your face, neck, and décolleté.
Gently exfoliate your skin – We recommend using Daily Exfoliant as a good way to exfoliate. Over-exfoliating or using harsh scrubs can cause inflammation, which is a major cause of discoloration. Make sure to avoid scrubs that contain sharp particles such as apricot seeds or nuts. Use a formula that has soft, round balls.
Avoid excessive heat – Burns are a major cause of discoloration because they cause an inflammatory response beneath the skin’s surface. Additionally, people with discoloration should avoid hot activities such as steam rooms and hot yoga.
Add a retinol to your routine – Using a nightly retinol with added brightening ingredients helps increase cell turnover and bring discoloration to the surface, reducing the signs of discoloration and giving you an even skin tone. Our favorite is Intensive Brightening Treatment: 0.5% pure retinol night.
Consult your specialist – Chemical peels play a huge role in maintaining long-term skin health. Talk to a PCA SKIN-certified professional to find out which professional treatment is best for your skin type and specific concerns.
Explore daily skincare products that help combat discoloration.
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