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DARK SPOTS &
UNEVEN SKIN TONE

Dark spots on your face can show up at any time throughout your life. Also known as pigmentation, spots can manifest as a spread of freckles, melasma or brown marks. While some people love their sun-kissed freckles, others prefer to fade the visible signs of skin discoloration. The best place to start, of course, is with your daily skincare regimen.


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CLINICAL RESULTS

See our pigmentation-fighting products in action, with clinical results from ILUMA®, IMAGE MD® and more. 

TOP BRIGHTENING PRODUCTS

Harnessing the power of research-backed ingredients such as vitamin C, niacinamide and glycolic acid, our bestselling skincare for dark spots helps to bring out skin’s natural luminosity.

VITAL C hydrating anti-aging serum

VITAL C hydrating anti-aging serum

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IMAGE MD restoring power-C serum

IMAGE MD restoring power-C serum

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Discovery-size IMAGE MD restoring power-C serum

Discovery-size IMAGE MD restoring power-C serum

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AGELESS total facial cleanser

AGELESS total facial cleanser

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ILUMA® intense brightening exfoliating cleanser

ILUMA® intense brightening exfoliating cleanser

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AGELESS total resurfacing masque

AGELESS total resurfacing masque

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the MAX™ crème

the MAX™ crème

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ILUMA intense brightening serum

ILUMA intense brightening serum

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Brighten & Protect Kit 3-step brightening regimen

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TARGETED SETS & POWER DUOS

Take a multi-pronged approach with these dermatologist-formulated dark spot & discoloration fighters. A dual-action exfoliator, broad-spectrum sunscreen and targeted serums and creams take the guesswork out of reducing the appearance of pigmentation and optimizing skin brightness.

Facial Fix Power Duo

Facial Fix Power Duo

POREfection Power Duo

POREfection Power Duo

Dark Spots & Uneven Tone Set

Dark Spots & Uneven Tone Set

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FAQs

Melanin, also known as pigment, is what gives skin its unique color. The more melanin you have, the darker your overall skin tone. Discoloration occurs when there’s an overproduction of melanin in a certain spot. The top triggers of melanin overproduction are UV rays, blue light, pregnancy, hormonal changes and tanning beds. 

Professional procedures such as laser treatments can significantly reduce dark spots quickly (or via a series of treatments). You can also visit your esthetician for chemical peels or light therapies; as always, a skincare professional knows best and can recommend the right treatment for your skin type and primary concerns.

At home, use products featuring scientifically studied ingredients, such as vitamin C, as well as both chemical and physical exfoliating agents to remove dull skin. Professional-grade skincare products include these ingredients in effective concentrations, along with other key ingredients that work to boost brightening effects.

Implement products that both proactively reduce the appearance of dark spots and prevent the formation of new ones. An illuminating serum, an exfoliator that includes both chemical enzymes and physical agents like bamboo spheres, and a broad-spectrum sunscreen are non-negotiable products if you want to keep dark spots at bay.

Depending on which treatments you choose, discoloration doesn’t have to be permanent. For example, if you regularly get professional facials or laser treatments while consistently using the right skincare for uneven tone, you can achieve long-lasting results and more radiant skin.

Look for products containing vitamin C, retinol, alpha hydroxy acids (such as glycolic acid), tranexamic acid, daisy flower extract and turmeric extract. And don’t forget sunscreen every day, regardless of the weather or season. 

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