Take on your dark spots!
We are excited to bring you a new product from Dermalogica: PowerBright Dark Spot Peel. If you’re looking to visibly lift surface hyperpigmentation, this is a must have for you! Dark spots have a major influence on how old people think we are. In fact, one study showed that unbalanced skin tone can make a person look more than 12 years older! The big questions: where do they come from, and what can you do about them? We quizzed Dermalogica’s Education Manager Victoria Evans on the subject of pigmentation and uneven skin tone and how this product works to visibly lift dark spots in just 5 uses.
In a nutshell, what is this new brightening skin peel and who’s it for?
Dermalogica PowerBright Dark Spot Peel is an at-home peel to visibly lift surface hyperpigmentation, including UV-induced dark spots, post-breakout marks and melasma. It’s clinically proven to lift dark spots in 5 uses*. The peel can be used for 5 consecutive days to kick start results then used 2-3 x per week.
This peel is suitable for all skin types and tones unlike many aggressive peels on the market and actually helps reduce the triggers of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Skin feels smooth, soft and looks brighter and more even after just 15 minutes.
*Independent clinical results with 33 volunteers, 8 weeks.
What causes hyperpigmentation and dark spots?
It helps to understand the science behind dark spots for a comprehensive approach to treating them. The official term for skin discolouration is hyperpigmentation. Unlike freckles, hyperpigmentation doesn’t fade in winter and, unfortunately, it becomes more visible as we age. The most common causes of hyperpigmentation are:
- Sun Exposure: When your skin is repeatedly exposed to UV light, sun damage occurs. Brown spots and uneven skin tone develop as a result of too much melanin being produced to help protect your skin from UV light. Daily SPF is critical when treating pigmentation concerns.
- Pollution: New research indicates that airborne pollution particles that become lodged deep in the skin, oxidises the surrounding tissue causing irritation that leads to uneven pigmentation. Rising levels of airborne soot and traffic-generated pollution cause a 20-25% increase in dark spots – adding up to 20 years to your perceived age! Thorough cleansing and inclusion of antioxidants assist with pigmentation treatment.
• Hormones: Melasma is hormone-related hyperpigmentation caused by increased hormone stimulation. It’s most commonly experienced by women who are pregnant (which is why it’s also known as the “mask of pregnancy”) or taking contraceptives but can also be a reaction to cosmetics or medications. When hormones are driving hyperpigmentation, results may be slower until hormones are balanced. - Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation: This type of dark spot is the result of inflammation or injury to the skin (for example, from acne, deep cuts or burns). Susceptibility to PIH typically increases with age, as cell turnover slows with age, and it takes dark spots longer to move to skin’s surface and slough off. Avoiding skin irritation and sensitivity is an important strategy when treating pigmentation concerns.
What ingredients deliver the brightening skin results?
Inspired by professional peels, this fast-acting at-home peel formula contains an AHA+PHA blend including Mandelic Acid to help quickly exfoliate away the appearance of stubborn hyperpigmentation. A barrier-restoring Omega-3 blend derived from algae soothes and helps reduce triggers that lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Brightening Tranexamic Acid and Niacinamide help even skin tone. Plus, a nourishing, antioxidant-rich Turmeric Butter Blend leaves skin feeling smoother and softer.
There are lots of acid formulas and peels that boast skin smoothing and brightening results. How do we know what to choose?
When it comes to smoother brighter skin, an acid-based product is a great option due to the exfoliating benefits, however, when treating hyperpigmentation, whilst exfoliation is key to lifting and fading dark spots, there is a danger of over-processing the skin which can lead to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Choosing an acid-based peel that is formulated to protect skin’s barrier and reduce PIH tiggers is key. PowerBright Dark Spot Peel has been specifically formulated to fade hyperpigmentation without compromising skin health and is clinically proven effective on a wide range of skin tones including Fitzpatrick 1-6**
**Independent clinical results with 33 volunteers, 8 weeks.
This product claims to lift dark spots in 5 uses – tell us more!
PowerBright Dark Spot Peel is clinically proven to visibly lifts dark spots in 5 uses. An independent in-vivo test was carried out with 33 subjects, 8 weeks of duration with a total of 26 uses. It was also clinically tested on a wide range of skin tones and types, including hyperpigmentation-prone and melanin-rich skin.
How do I introduce PowerBright Dark Spot Peel into my regimen?
Follow Dermalogica’s simple Prep, Treat and Glow regimen steps with formulas designed to fade dark spots and help prevent future ones whilst boosting skin’s natural luminosity.
- PREP Apply PowerBright Dark Spot Peel to clean skin, starting with 5 consecutive days, then use 2-3 x week to maintain results.
- TREAT PowerBright Dark Spot Serum supports skin defence from pollution, fades dark spots and boosts skins radiance. Apply at least 1 x day under moisturiser.
- GLOW PowerBright Moisturiser SPF50 and PowerBright Overnight Cream for round the clock hydration and dark spot fading plus critical defence against UV-induced pigmentation.
Take on your dark spots today!