Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation Guide
Understand what causes dark spots and how to fade their look with niacinamide, alpha arbutin and vitamin C, plus daily sunscreen. Shipped worldwide with DHL.
Dark Spot Correcting Serum
Original price was: $36.00.$28.00Current price is: $28.00. Add to cartA lightweight 30 ml serum with niacinamide and alpha arbutin for dark spots, sun spots and post-acne marks. Used morning and night. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Day and Night Cream Set
Original price was: $54.00.$43.00Current price is: $43.00. Add to cartA day cream with niacinamide and licorice extract and a night cream with arbutin and vitamin C, designed to support a brighter, more even-looking skin tone. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Double Vitamin C Serum
Original price was: $36.00.$28.00Current price is: $28.00. Add to cartA 30 ml vitamin C serum with pure ascorbic acid, hyaluronic acid and collagen for dull, tired-looking skin. One light step, morning and night. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Turmeric Face Mask Sheet
Original price was: $7.00.$5.00Current price is: $5.00. Add to cartA 25 ml turmeric sheet mask with honey, niacinamide, alpha arbutin and tranexamic acid for breakout-prone skin and the marks breakouts leave behind. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Dark Spots and Hyperpigmentation: What They Are
Dark spots appear when skin makes extra melanin in one area. Common causes include sun exposure, healed breakouts, hormonal changes and friction or irritation. They are harmless, but they can be stubborn, and the most important thing to know is that they fade slowly. Most people need several weeks of daily care before they notice a difference.
The Three Rules That Matter Most
- Sunscreen every morning. Without it, sun exposure can darken marks again and undo your progress.
- Be patient and consistent. Compare photos taken in the same light every two to four weeks.
- Do not pick. Picking at breakouts is one of the commonest ways to create new marks.
Our Products for Dark Spots
Dark Spot Correcting Serum
A 30 ml serum built around niacinamide and alpha arbutin, with ergothioneine, hyaluronic acid and soothing botanicals. Start here for sun spots and old breakout marks: Dark Spot Correcting Serum.
Double Vitamin C Serum
Pure vitamin C with hyaluronic acid and collagen for a brighter, fresher look. Useful in the morning if dullness comes with your marks: Double Vitamin C Serum.
Day and Night Cream Set
Niacinamide and licorice in the day cream, arbutin and vitamin C in the night cream. A simple way to cover the whole day: Day and Night Cream Set.
Turmeric Face Mask Sheet
For skin recovering from breakouts, with turmeric, honey, niacinamide and alpha arbutin: Turmeric Face Mask Sheet.
A Sample Dark Spot Routine
- Morning: gentle cleanser, vitamin C serum, day cream, sunscreen.
- Evening: gentle cleanser, dark spot serum, night cream.
- Weekly: a turmeric sheet mask in place of your evening serum.
Introduce the serums one at a time. If your skin tingles or turns red, use them on alternate days.
Marks vs Scars
Dark marks are flat discoloration. Scars change the texture of skin, and creams cannot reverse them. Our guide to acne marks vs acne scars explains the difference and when to see a professional.
When to See a Dermatologist
See a doctor or dermatologist if a spot is changing shape or color, bleeds, is raised or itches. Cosmetics can help with even-looking tone, but they are not a diagnosis or a treatment for skin conditions.
Worldwide Delivery
Every order ships with DHL in 3 to 5 working days. Shipping is a flat $35 up to $99 and free above $99. See the shipping and delivery page.
Dark Spot FAQs
How long do dark spots take to fade?
Typically several weeks to a few months, depending on how deep the pigment sits and how consistent your routine is.
Can I use vitamin C and niacinamide together?
Many people do, often with vitamin C in the morning and niacinamide in the evening.
Why do my spots come back?
Usually sun exposure or picking. Daily sunscreen is the best prevention.
Are these products safe for all skin tones?
Ingredients like niacinamide and alpha arbutin are used on all skin tones, but patch-test first and avoid irritation, since inflammation can cause new marks.
