As far as skin gripes go, pigmentation is right up there. “Sun exposure and inflammation can increase melanin production, which causes dark spots, discolouration and, of course, ageing,” says Sunday Riley, founder of the eponymous skincare line. Riley recommends putting lactic and glycolic acids, retinoids and vitamin C on your radar.
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Essano Vitamin C Advanced Brightening Concentrated Serum priceline.com.au Slather it on in the morning to cleanse skin. For deeper absorption, massage in with firm sweeping motions from your face centre upwards and outwards.
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Estée Lauder Perfectionist Pro Rapid Brightening Treatment with Ferment + Vitamin C sephora.com.au Apply twice daily to brighten dark spots and prevent new ones forming.
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Sunday Riley CEO Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil mecca.com.au
This advanced oil brightens skin and helps to fade dark spots.