A basic skincare routine involving cleanser, toner, and moisturizer might work for most people, but if you have uneven skin tone or hyperpigmentation, you might need to change up your routine and use specialized products to achieve the clear, glowing skin you desire.
Uneven skin tone can be caused by a variety of internal and external factors. Unprotected sun exposure can cause darkened sun spots, along with dry skin and premature wrinkles. Dead skin cells can also build up on the skin, resulting in a dull look and patches of uneven coloring. Hormonal changes are also a culprit, causing dark patches through a condition called melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the result of injury to the skin’s surface, from wounds or picked acne.
Fortunately, there are several ways you can address uneven skin tone beyond covering it up with makeup. Here are the top three:
- Specialized skincare products
Various skincare products address a range of concerns, so if you’re looking to improve your skin tone, here are some ingredients to look for:
Vitamin C: Vitamin C, which is found in citrus fruits and many other plants, is an antioxidant that can lighten dark spots on the skin by inhibiting melanin production. Vitamin C also promotes the production of collagen and elastin, which aids the skin’s natural regeneration process and protects against sun damage. See our Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Mango: Mango extract is full of antioxidants and Vitamin A, which lightens skin pigmentation and treats skin conditions such as acne and rosacea.
Sugarcane: Sugarcane contains specific phytonutrients, which are chemicals produced by plants, that can reverse sun damage including dark spots and wrinkles.
Sea buckthorn berry: Sea buckthorn berry soothes skin conditions like rosacea, acne, and eczema through anti-inflammatory properties known for reducing redness.
Licorice root: Licorice root is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, and it helps to fade existing dark spots and prevent new ones from forming. Licorice root also protects against sun damage and smooths out your skin’s texture.
Witch hazel: Witch hazel has been used throughout history for medicinal and cosmetic purposes due to its strong anti-inflammatory properties that calm redness and treat skin discoloration.
- Effective exfoliation
Dead skin cells can build up and leave your skin looking blotchy. Effective exfoliation eliminates dead cells, allowing your natural radiance to shine through. It also helps skincare products to better penetrate the surface of your skin for maximum effectiveness. While there are plenty of products on the market that contain harsh chemicals to do the work of exfoliating, natural products containing plant enzymes are just as effective yet much gentler on your skin.
Décel’s skincare maintenance kit includes an Exfoliating Deep Pore Cleanser that uses natural enzymes to thoroughly remove excess oil and impurities, and our Exfoliating Deep Pore Refining Ginseng Toner, which loosens dead skin cells and tightens pores for a cleaner, smoother appearance.
- Vigilant protection from the sun
The sun might be powerful and essential for our very existence, but its dangerous UV rays wreak havoc on our skin. UV rays can penetrate through clouds, so it’s crucial to use sun protectant on your skin whenever you’re outside, even if it’s overcast. But if your skin has already suffered damage from the sun, you’ll be happy to know Décel’s skincare maintenance kit contains products that can reverse pigmentation from sun damage while also infusing your skin with ingredients that help protect from future damage.
Treat uneven skin tone with Décel’s skincare maintenance kit
With so many skincare products to choose from, it can be hard to find the right product for your specific needs. Fortunately, Décel’s skincare maintenance kit works with all skin types to treat uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation issues while improving firmness and elasticity for an all-over youthful glow.
