Freckle Cream

While some girls are learning to draw a super fashionable scattering of freckles on their faces, others are struggling to get rid of the natural ones. This article is for those who for some reason disliked their freckles. We will tell you how to deal with any manifestations of uneven pigmentation.

Causes of freckles

Freckles (scientifically – ephelids), like any age spots, are a local accumulation of melanin. But unlike age spots that occur as a result of photoaging of the skin, freckles are a hereditary phenomenon.

Characteristic features of freckles:

  • round shape;

  • uniform color;

  • diameter 1-2 mm;

  • manifestation with the onset of the solar season and blanching in winter;

  • darkening in the sun.

Freckles usually appear in people with blond or red hair and fair skin that does not tolerate tanning well. The first “sun spots” appear in childhood, at the age of 5-10 years, and reach their maximum number during adolescence. And by the age of 25 they can disappear altogether.

The disappearance of youthful freckles is no reason to relax. Their presence at any age suggests that the skin is prone to hyperpigmentation. And over time, in place of charming spots, lentigo may appear – age spots resembling freckles in color, but larger and oval (most often) in shape.

Lentigo is a consequence of damage caused by UV rays. This is a persistent pigmentation that appears in adulthood and does not go away on its own.

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How to choose a freckle cream

The fight against hyperpigmentation at home is a difficult task. But it is quite possible to choose a care that can reduce its manifestation.

Protective cream

Since freckles are the result of exposure to ultraviolet radiation, the most effective way to deal with them is to use creams with the highest possible broad spectrum protection factor.

It is important that the packaging is labeled UVA, indicating protection against type A rays – they are the most dangerous because they do not cause burns, but they penetrate deep into the skin, causing irreparable damage to it.

Now they are releasing funds that combine sun protection and targeted fight against pigmentation. We at Healthy-Food have chosen the most effective products.

Milk for face and body Anthelios XL, SPF 50+/PPD 34, La Roche-Posay

The cream contains enhanced protection against UVA rays and antioxidants that fight their negative effects, preventing signs of photoaging.

Anthelios Sun Tinting Fluid, SPF 50+/PPD46, La Roche-Posay

Provides a very high degree of protection against UVA and UVB rays, designed for daily use in urban areas, and for staying in conditions of increased solar activity. Suitable even for sensitive skin prone to sun allergies.

Capital Idéal Soleil Moisturizing Sun Spray Veil, SPF 50+, Vichy

The non-sticky and non-greasy spray is not felt on the skin, prevents the appearance of age spots and skin burns thanks to effective sunscreens.

Sunscreen Brightening UV Defense, SPF 30, SkinCeuticals

The product prevents freckles and hyperpigmentation with a special Hyperbright complex.

The formation of freckles is typical for light, poorly tanned skin of the 1st and 2nd phototypes. For the prevention of age spots, she needs the maximum degree of protection with SPF 50, which blocks 98% of ultraviolet radiation.

Whitening cream

To lighten existing freckles and even out skin tone, look for a cream marked:

  • “illuminating” (brightening);

  • “against age spots” (anti-dark spot);

  • “whitening” (whitening);

  • “pigmentation” (Pigment);

  • “shine” (radiance).

Cosmetics to combat hyperpigmentation are aimed at reducing the production of melanin, uniform distribution of pigment and renewal of the epidermis.

Peeling

Home renewing agents with acids in a small concentration will complement the effect of creams. Like professional peels, they exfoliate dead cells and stimulate skin renewal. Only act more gently and gradually. It is worth paying attention to the tools presented below.

Ampoules “Revitalift Laser x3” peeling effect, L’Oréal Paris

Serum with 10% concentration of glycolic acid effectively renews the skin. The contents of the ampoule are applied at night, and in the morning they supplement the care with an SPF filter.

Home renewing agents with acids in a small concentration will complement the effect of creams. Like professional peels, they exfoliate dead cells and stimulate skin renewal. Only act more gently and gradually. It is worth paying attention to the tools presented below.

Starting fight against freckles and age spots, do not count on an instant effect. To achieve a noticeable and sustainable result will need about 3 months system care.

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Action cream from pigmentations

© SkinCeuticals

All effective whitening creams work on the same principle: reduce melanin production, for example, by blocking the synthesis of tyrosinase, an enzyme that accelerates the formation of melanin from its precursor tyrosine.

In addition, they include components accelerating the process of cell renewal, due to which the skin in general and freckles, in particular, become lighter.

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Composition of funds

The substances listed below are most often found in brightening cosmetics.

  • kojic acid – alpha hydroxy acid, whitens and exfoliates the skin.

  • Arbutin – a plant component contained in bearberry and blackberry. Arbutin and kojic acid enhance each other’s action.

  • glabridin, licorice root extract (licorice), has a whitening and anti-inflammatory effect.

  • Azelaic acid in concentration 20% acts as a good clarifying agent, while the dosage below 10% does not give a significant effect. Can inhibit the growth and activity of abnormal melanocytes.

  • Vitamin C – a powerful antioxidant with regenerating properties. Blocks the synthesis of melanin, enhances the production of collagen.

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How to prevent freckles

  1. First and foremost, use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 daily all year round.

  2. Reduce sun exposure to a reasonable minimum.

  3. Strengthen skin immunity with cosmetics with antioxidants.

It is recommended to fight freckles in the autumn-winter period. The reason is that acids and retinoids increase the photosensitivity of the skin and can cause hyperpigmentation.

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Funds overview

Here are a few more options for preventing pigmentation or freckles on your face.

Moisturizing gel for an even tone and smooth skin texture Clearly Corrective Brightening and Smoothing Moisture Treatment, Kiehl’s

Brightens and evens out skin tone, moisturizes. Contains vitamin C, glycolic acid, birch and peony extracts.

Highly effective anti-pigmentation care cream Advanced Pigment Corrector, SkinCeuticals

With prolonged use, it reduces excessive production of melanin, reduces existing age spots and prevents their reappearance. This action is possible due to the acids and yeast extract included in the composition.

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