The Science behind Dark Spots

What is causing your dark spots?

Now, look for these science proven products in your skincare regimen. It can take up to 2-3 months to see changes but with consistent use these products will even out your skin tone.

Before You Begin

Does Your Skincare Have These Key Ingredients?

Ingredients tested and supported by science to lighten post inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma.

Melasma = dark patches cause by changes in hormones

Best Products For Dark Spots

Azelaic acid —> prescription strength 15-20% supported by research to be as effective for acne and hyperpigmentation as retinol

Retinol will resurface the skin by causing new skin to me to the service while exfoliating dead skin from the surface.

Glycolic Acid is an BHA acid that works to exfoliate the top layer of skin.

Vitamin C —> SKINCEUTICALS C E FERULIC® WITH 15% L-ASCORBIC ACID

When skin creams aren’t enough to give you the results you’re looking for its time for a medical grade treatment. The perfect derma chemical peel is my go to peel for stubborn hyperpigmentation. This is the fastest way to achieve a more even tone and reduce acne breakouts. Peeling of the skin will last about 7-10 days. You can expect to achieve lightening of dark spots.

The Perfect Derma Chemical Peel


Written by Doctor Glory Okugo, MD

Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician
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Elizabeth Amaefula

CPA by day skin care junky by night. Hyperpigmentation? I’m your girl let me teach you how to achieve even skin tone.

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