Pigment spots on the face: prevention and treatment

Several causes often explain the appearance of pigment spots on the face , particularly on black and mixed skin. To combat this scourge, you must take the right actions to prevent and treat them. To do this, discover the advice and Nubiance products to get rid of them and find an even complexion.

Understanding pigment spots

The appearance of a pigment spot on the face is linked to a disruption of the melanocyte, the cell where melanin, the pigment responsible for the coloring of the skin, is synthesized . Melanin is split into two components: eumelanin, responsible for the dark color, and pheomelanin, responsible for the orange color, which is involved in freckles. In the case of brown spots, it is eumelanin which is activated.

The causes of pigment spots

Several factors cause the appearance of brown spots:

• Repeated exposure to the sun: When the epidermis is saturated due to UV rays, melanin ends up clumping together in certain delicate areas, forming spots.

• A hormonal disorder: If you are pregnant and notice a rash of brown spots, they have a hormonal origin and are triggered by the sun. This is called melasma or pregnancy mask .

• Skin inflammation: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the result of excess melanin production following inflammation of the skin. Cytokines and inflammatory mediators sometimes stimulate melanocytes, leading to an increase in melanin production. Acne breakouts and the resulting scars particularly cause the appearance of pigment spots on black and mixed-race skin.

• Heredity: If you notice brown spots on the skin of a member of your family, you may also have developed a sensitive area for this hyperpigmentation.

• A disease: These pigment spots can also be linked to a cellular dysfunction which is similar to skin stress, leading to an overproduction of melanin.

The risks of pigment spots

There is little real health risk apart from the aesthetic aspect. However, brown spots can rarely develop into cancer.

However, another risk is not identifying skin cancer and confusing it with a pigment spot . For this reason, it is recommended to conduct a dermatological examination when you notice a prolonged skin abnormality.

Also discover our article on the causes and treatments of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation .

Prevention of pigment spots

Importance of daily sun protection

The sun's rays affect the intensity of pigment spots on the face . Appropriate protection against the sun therefore reduces the probability of the appearance of brown spots. To do this, you must use a quality sunscreen and avoid exposing yourself to direct sunlight.

Remember that the sun's rays reach your skin even if you are not in direct sunlight. Then regularly use a day cream with sun protection factor and a foundation with sun protection factor, because such products allow you to reduce the appearance of pigment spots on the face. Nubiance therefore recommends its HRB-3 Anti-Dark Spot Day Cream which combines anti-dark spot active ingredients with sun filters offering SPF30 protection against UVA and UVB.

Adoption of a suitable routine

A complete skincare ritual adapted to your skin type is the first step to preventing skin hyperpigmentation . The objective is to find clear skin, stronger against external aggressions, and better protected against brown spots.

In the evening, opt for double cleansing. First remove makeup from your skin to remove fat-soluble impurities, makeup and excess sebum. To do this, choose Nubiance Cleanactyl® Anti-Blemish Facial Cleansing Gel . Then use a foaming cleanser to remove water-soluble impurities and pollution particles. Pat your skin dry and apply lotion to soothe, hydrate and refresh. Once makeup has been removed and cleansed, the skin is ready to receive the Nubiance Anti-Dark Spot Serum with Fruit Acids , a treatment concentrated in active ingredients to target a specific need.

Once or twice a week, depending on your skin type and sensitivity, exfoliate with Nubiance Exfoclear® Exfoliating Gel , then a mask. The scrub aims to boost cell renewal and helps eliminate pigment clusters responsible for pigment spots . It evens out skin texture and restores radiance to your complexion.

Treatments for pigment spots

The Nubiance Anti-Dark Spot Facial Care Routine

To treat and remove dark spots from your face, use our HRB-3 Anti-Dark Spot Routine , specially designed to meet the unique needs of your skin.

Thanks to the active compounds in our treatments, you can get rid of these stains using 3 steps:

• HRB-3 Anti-Spot Day Treatment: In the morning, apply this cream to correct your pigment spots . In addition to its corrective mission, it provides high SPF30 sun protection, which allows you to protect your skin from UVA and UVB rays.
  

• HRB-3 Anti-Spot Night Treatment: This cream acts while you sleep by targeting brown spots through a detoxifying action on your skin. You will find an even complexion in a few weeks.

• HRB-3 Anti-Dark Spot Radiance Serum: Infused with fruit acids, this serum acts on your skin like a gentle peeling effect, stimulating skin cell renewal. Each drop helps correct unwanted nuances for brighter skin. This dermo-cosmetic solution is ideal for removing pigment spots on the face in a natural way.

The different professional treatments

The pigment laser

A laser session is the most effective aesthetic treatment for removing pigment spots , but also the most expensive. The heat released by the laser makes it possible to remove the superficial layer of the skin, where the pigments are contained. In 5 to 6 days, new skin without marks will reform. The laser also works well on sun spots, age spots, acne scars and melasma.

The peel

This treatment against pigment spots consists of applying an acidic product (trichloroacetic acid, AHA, etc.) to the skin. The chemical reaction peels off the surface layer of the epidermis. By renewing itself, the complexion becomes even and spots fade.

Peeling sessions with less than 30% acid can be done in a beauty salon, but those with more than 30% acid can only be done with a dermatologist. Just like the laser, the peel can remove age marks, sun marks, acne scars and melasma spots.

Dermabrasion

Dermabrasion is similar to peeling, but more aggressive. It is based on a sort of “sanding” of the skin to remove the superficial layers of the epidermis. Due to the healing problems that may occur, this technique is not recommended for people with thin skin.

Cryotherapy

A cryotherapy session destroys the cells at the spot with a cold jet of liquid nitrogen. As it heals, the pigment spot disappears.

Also discover our article on how to remove hyperpigmentation spots .

Some tips for managing pigment spots on a daily basis

Makeup and concealment techniques

On a daily basis, you can play with makeup to hide your facial pigment spots . Here are some beauty tips:

• To even out your complexion, it is essential to choose a suitable foundation. If your hyperpigmentation is mild, turn to a fluid corrective foundation. If it is more marked, choose a compact foundation cream which will cover the brown spots.

• After applying a coral concealer stick to the brown spots on your face, apply the chosen foundation in small touches by tapping. Finish by unifying the center of the face outwards without forgetting the neck.

Once your complexion products have been applied, to make sure they don't budge, use a mattifying powder. Using a large brush, you can place it on your face, it will allow you to set the makeup and brighten your complexion.

Skin hydration

We can never repeat it enough, but hydrating the skin remains the most important step to carry out on a daily basis. To do this, choose a moisturizer that effectively hydrates your skin without clogging pores. Maintaining proper hydration can significantly improve the look and feel of skin.

First, opt for a day cream that provides vital hydration throughout the day, to help strengthen the skin's natural barrier. It acts as a shield against external factors such as UV rays, pollution and environmental aggressors.

Then, during the night, it is beneficial to promote the cell renewal process by using a night cream. Opt for a night cream with ingredients that can reduce the appearance of dark spots while you sleep.