1. Keep applying sunscreen!
Protecting your skin from the sun is very important. This doesn't just apply to sunny summer days. It's equally important to protect your skin from UV radiation on all other days of the year. Therefore, choose a day cream with SPF, preferably SPF-30 or SPF-50.
2. Exfoliate weekly
Weekly exfoliation of your skin also helps prevent hyperpigmentation. Exfoliation is essentially a natural body process where old skin cells are shed and replaced by young skin cells. Sometimes these old skin cells stick to the skin. By using an exfoliant weekly, you support this process.
3. Avoid excessive sun exposure for damaged skin
To prevent hyperpigmentation, do not expose your damaged skin too much to the sun. Damaged skin includes conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis. If you do go out in the sun, protect your skin as much as possible with, for example, a hat or a wrap.
4. Be careful with alcohol and parabens
Alcohol and parabens are also detrimental to your skin, especially when you go out in the sun. Therefore, on sunny days, avoid using products containing alcohol and parabens. You should also skip perfumed skincare products.
5. Do not try to treat hyperpigmentation yourself
You've probably come across them: messages stating that you can treat your hyperpigmentation with a 'home' remedy, such as lemon juice. However, these remedies can disrupt the skin's barrier and actually cause problems. Therefore, do not try it yourself, but always make an appointment at a skin clinic.
Treating hyperpigmentation at The Body Clinic
At The Body Clinic, we help you quickly get rid of bothersome hyperpigmentation spots. After just one treatment, you can be free of your annoying hyperpigmentation within a month. Contact us at one of our branches for a free and no-obligation consultation.
