Regardless of the cause, treating them is likely your first priority when you see them appear.
If you want to take action, consider incorporating a vitamin C product into your skincare routine.
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What Is Vitamin C?
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This is because vitamin C down-regulates an enzyme called tyrosinase that’s involved in melanin production.
This is for a few reasons.
Patel specifically recommends using a serum.
“The water-soluble vitamin C is more powerful than the fat-soluble variant.”
However, if you have sensitive skin, Patel says esterified vitamin C products may be less irritating.
Singh also suggests using vitamin C withtranexamic acidfor dark spots related to melasma.
If you apply vitamin C in the morning, Patel suggests using these other ingredients in the evening.
Safety Considerations
Vitamin C is safe for most skin types, but some people may experience irritation.
“The strongest form is the alcohol form, [which] can be irritating.
Switching to the fat-soluble milder form can be helpful.”
It’s best to stick to products with a vitamin C concentration between 10 and 20%.
Another important point to remember is that vitamin C is an unstable ingredient.
The Final Takeaway
Dermatologists regularly recommend vitamin C to treat dark spots on the skin.
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