Do I really need sunscreen already?

Yes, it’s important to wear sunscreen all year round, especially if you have problems with pigmentation.

Aesthetic doctor Barbara kubicka says: ‘When tackling pigmentation, the first thing you must do is protect the area from further damage. ensure that you wear an sPF sunscreen even in winter sunshine.’

To safeguard your skin, try Clinicbe Be sun Protected (£44, clinicbe.com, left), a lightweight sunscreen with filters to protect against harmful UV rays.

‘Pigmentation needs to be treated slowly and will take time to even out,’ says Dr kubicka. ‘Look out for products that contain key ingredients, such as arbutin, retinol and kojic acid.’

The ordinary’s gel-like Alpha Arbutin 2 per cent + HA serum (£7, cultbeauty.co.uk) targets the appearance of dark spots.