How to target hyperpigmentation with supplements
Are you concerned with hyperpigmentation and an uneven skin tone? Hyperpigmentation is a stubborn and challenging skin concern but luckily with the right supplements and skincare used it can lighten and fade. Millies has partnered with Advanced Nutrition Programme™, who are an award-winning brand passionate about transforming the long-term health of skin with scientific supplements. We are thrilled to offer their new supplement system, Skin Even IQ as well as recommend other key supplements combined with your topical skincare regime to target pigmentation.
What is pigmentation and hyperpigmentation?
Pigmentation is a complex process that determines the colour of our skin, hair, and eyes. It is controlled by specialised cells called melanocytes, which are found in the basal layer of the skin's epidermis. These cells produce a pigment called melanin, which is responsible for giving our skin its unique shade. The skin concern pigmentation arises when this complex process becomes unbalanced and creates hyperpigmentation. Some melanocytes become overactive, leading to darker patches and discolouration. Hyperpigmentation can come in many different forms including discolouration, sunspots, age spots, dark spots uneven skin tone and brown marks.
100% skincare
Your skin is a two-sided organ. It’s key to incorporate supplements in your skincare regime to help you achieve 100% skincare. Supplements help feed your skin from the inside, to maximise your skincare results. The skin researchers at Advanced Nutrition Programme™ recommend the following supplements to achieve a radiant, even skin tone.
How do I target pigmentation?
Pigmentation can be stubborn and will require a 100% skincare approach including a combination of supplements, topical creams and targeted treatments to address and fade this skin concern. Speak to a skincare professional to discuss targeted treatments.
Time and dedication are key when targeting pigmentation. A spot that is a few shades darker than your natural skin colour may take from 6-12 months to fade and for more stubborn pigmentation, it can take years, according to the American Academy of Dermatology.[1]. Consistency is key for results, be patient – the results will come.
The skin researchers at Advanced Nutrition Programme™ recommend Skin Even IQ, the new pioneering supplement system that targets stubborn pigmentation** and discolouration, revealing a radiant complexion and an even skin tone.
Skin Even IQ is for individuals who are concerned with any forms of pigmentation including uneven skin tone, age spots, sunspots, brown spots, and patchy skin.
Skin Even IQ is also recommended for anyone experiencing post inflammatory pigmentation (PIH), which is the discolouration and redness left from picking or squeezing spots. Additionally, all Fitzpatrick skin types from I to VI who are at risk of pigmentation.
Each daily pod features five clever capsules with a fusion of 23 melanin-regulating ingredients including:
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NEW Skin Bright: containing key ingredients niacin, copper and vitamin C which regulates the body’s melanin production.
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Skin Blue Filter: cell-protecting antioxidants that protect your skin from blue light by up to 60%***
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Skin CoQ10: skin energiser combined with French maritime pine bark extract.
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Skin Vit C: a blend of zinc, vitamin C and acerola berry to brighten the complexion.
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Skin Antioxidant: synergy of antioxidants to protect the skin against external aggressors.
To further support your skin brightening and even skin journey, Advanced Nutrition Programme™ also recommend incorporating the following supplements:
- Skin Vit A+ described as the first step in your skin supplement regime as it supports new skin cells and cell rejuvenation for overall skin health*. Suitable for all skin types, which synergises key vitamins A and D in one capsule.
- Skin Vitality the modern multivitamin delivering 28 smart nutrients including bilberry, broccoli powder, acai berry, and spinach to support healthy-looking skin^ all year round as well as supporting overall wellbeing.
Healthy-looking skin starts with a strong foundation, the skin researchers at Advanced Nutrition Programme™ always recommend taking a biome-friendly supplement to support the gut-skin connection. Discover more below on which biome supplement is right for your skin concern.
- For ageing concerns, select Skin Youth Biome™, which uses next generation microbiome technology featuring six skin-friendly bacteria to target the seven signs of ageing: fine lines, wrinkles, elasticity, uneven skin tone, dullness, dryness, and thinning skin.
- For problem or stressed skin, the skin researchers recommend patent-pending Skin Clear Biome™, which feeds the gut with four strains of skin-friendly bacteria to clear and clarify the complexion for a flawless finish.
It’s also key to incorporate a daily SPF to protect your skin from blue light and UV rays to ensure you are preventing future pigmentation and achieving 100% skincare.
*Vitamin A contributes to the normal maintenance of skin
** Copper contributes to the normal skin pigmentation
^Vitamin C, B2, B3, and Iodine contributes to normal function of the skin
*** Based on a study using LipBarvis® technology conducted in 2022.
Sources:
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How to fade dark spots In darker skin tones. American Academy of Dermatology Association.
