New York City, "When tans fade, people start to see the remnants of summer, including dark spots, uneven skin tone, blotchiness, and fine lines and wrinkles, and that is just what's on the skin's surface. Under the surface there is invisible damage that can and will manifest into what is seen on the upper layer of the dermis."Treating photo-damage (due to UV damage, acne scarring, aging, hormonal changes and lack of moisture) takes diligence, and when seeking products to address hyperpigmentation, three key concerns include blocking the melanin production, disabling the melanin transfer, and lastly, blocking melanin retention. This September, Kiehl's will introduce Photo-Age Corrector (http://www.kiehls.com/Photo-Age/face-photo-age,default,sc.html) a range of four products, clinically proven to reveal healthier, brighter skin, reverse dark spots and even out overall discoloration in as little as four weeks. Targeting major melanin triggers with safe, natural and effective skin brighteners, use of the Photo-Age Corrector High-Potency Spot Treatment as part of a daily routine will maximize the results—smoother, more radiant, and even-toned skin—by lessening visible sun spots, as well as regulating the future production of pigment, and therefore invisible damage that is beginning to form below the skin's surface.
Although post-summer is the ideal opportunity to kickoff skin's repair process, a year-round preventative approach is key. "With effective anti-melanin formulas, it's possible to lighten spots, but if your skin faces repeated exposure, they will come back," says Geyer. "Consistent photo-protection is the corner stone to maintaining an evenly toned complexion." Dr. Geyer's top five tips to prevent and repair excess pigmentation year-round, include:
1. Protect. Protect. Protect. Since UV light is the #1 cause of uneven skin tone, be diligent about incorporating a broad spectrum sunscreen into your skincare routine 365 days a year—not just when at the beach.