Having patches of darker pigmentation on their face is a common occurrence amongst many women. Skin pigmentation, or hyperpigmentation, is a condition wherein certain areas of your skin become darker than the rest. Hyperpigmentation happens when the pigment that provides your skin with its colour, melanin, exceeds the normal amount. Excess pigment in your skin is deposited deep within your skin, making it look darker.

Skin pigmentation is a relatively common concern that affects people of all skin types. Having dark spots on your face can greatly impact your confidence, fortunately, there are ways to avoid this. With modern methods like Photon Light Therapy, skin pigmentation problems can be alleviated easily. However, in addition to that, there are also daily lifestyle changes you can make to help dissuade the development of skin pigmentation. To help you avoid future pigmentation, we are going to talk about a few skincare habits you can adopt to prevent discolouration on your face.

 

1. Avoid getting exposed to direct sunlight

Overexposure to sunlight is one of the most common causes of hyperpigmentation. This is because your skin increases its production of melanin when exposed to sunlight to protect itself from the sun’s damaging effects. Sometimes, the sun can cause an uneven increase in melanin production that leads to discolouration. So, try to stay out of the sun, especially during peak hours, and minimise your sun exposure.

 

2. Apply an SPF sunscreen

If you cannot avoid being out in the sun, there are still ways to protect your skin while you’re out and about. The daily application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or greater is the most effective way to prevent sun-induced skin pigmentation. An SPF sunscreen basically prevents harmful UV rays from reaching your skin, thereby preventing hyperpigmentation from developing or getting worse. Hence, to prevent skin discolouration on your face, always apply the appropriate sunscreen, even on cool or cloudy days.

 

3. Keep your hands off blackheads and bug bites

Although it might be tempting to squeeze a noticeable blackhead or scratch an itchy mosquito bite, doing these things are a big no-no, as it can cause or worsen skin pigmentation. Picking and scratching a spot will only aggravate the inflammation that causes skin discolouration on your face. Therefore, it is important to avoid touching your skin as much as possible. Whenever you need to touch your skin, be sure to wash your hands first.

 

4. Try healthy whitening treatments 

Many skin brightening facials in Singapore include the elimination of skin pigmentation as one of their effects. Take for example, our Photon Light Therapy, which uses an innovative non-invasive technology to penetrate deep into your skin’s cellular level, stimulating cell renewal, diminishing dark spots, and restoring the radiance of your skin. Aside from correcting hyperpigmentation, our Photon Light Therapy can also stimulate collagen production, making way for a more youthful appearance overall.

 

Conclusion

There are many different preventive measures and treatments you can undergo to avoid hyperpigmentation. Indeed, preventing discolouration from developing on your face is fairly easy with the right skincare habits and skin treatments. If you are already noticing dark patches on your skin, your best option to eradicate discolouration is to try a pigmentation removal facial, such as Lynn Aesthetic’s Photon Light Therapy.

As one of the leading body and facial spa salons in Singapore, Lynn Aesthetic is always seeking to upgrade our skills and knowledge in the field of beauty and wellness. This is why all our treatments are carried out with state-of-the-art equipment. So, what are you waiting for? Reach out to us to book an appointment today.