Summer is fully upon us, and that means long walks on the beach, playing in the surf, and picnicking in the park (or yard) with friends and family.
It also means that you’ll certainly be catching some rays while enjoying the sunniest season of the year; that’s why we’re talking about how important it is to protect your skin – and what can happen if you don’t adequately do so.
Sun Damage: What Is Hyperpigmentation?
The Cleveland Clinic offers perhaps the simplest explanation of hyperpigmentation:
- “Hyperpigmentation is a common condition that makes some areas of the skin darker than others. Extra melanin creates spots or patches that look brown, black, gray, red or pink. The areas are not painful or itchy, but they can make people self-conscious.”
Hyperpigmentation can also result from causes other than exposure to the sun, including the use of certain medications, pregnancy, or certain underlying medical conditions. With that being said, too much time spent beneath the sun, in tandem with simple aging, is the most likely cause.
Senté’s Here To Help
Hyperpigmentation is extremely common, but also can be notoriously difficult to treat or manage. Thankfully, we’ve formulated our Cysteamine HSA Pigment & Tone Corrector specifically for that purpose.
The star of this topical cream is Cysteamine HCI, a strong antioxidant that works at multiple points in the hyperpigmentation cycle to diminish the appearance of dark spots.
Partner this our patented Heparan Sulfate Analog (HSA) – a repairing molecule which boosts the skin’s immune response to inflammation, which can cause hyperpigmentation – and it’s seems certain that this cream is the first-round pick for those looking to reduce the appearance of dark spots on their skin while also evening one’s complexion more broadly.
Using it is simple, too: Just apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin daily – either in the morning or before you turn in for the evening. Leave the cream on for fifteen minutes while you relax, perhaps by cozying up with a good book. Then, thoroughly wash off the cream with a mild cleanser, and reach for your favorite moisturizer (may we suggest our Dermal Repair Ultra Nourish?).
If you’re getting your routine on in the morning, be sure to apply sunscreen afterwards before heading out for the day.
The science speaks for itself.
In a clinical study, usage of the Cysteamine HSA Pigment & Tone Corrector resulted in a 71% overall reduction in dark spots after 16 weeks. A full 94% of subjects showed an improvement during that same time frame, and an equal amount of subjects agreed that their dark patches looked less noticeable after treatment.
An Ounce of Prevention
Of course, it’s best to make sure that you’re properly protected from harmful UVA/UVB rays in the first place – and that’s where our Even Tone Mineral Sunscreen comes in.
Not only does the Even Tone Mineral Sunscreen offer full SPF 40 protection, but it’s also water resistant and contains zinc and titanium dioxide (both of which are natural antioxidants). One last benefit is evident in the name of the sunscreen itself: It’s designed to “blend effortlessly and provide coverage for a range of skin tones,” according to dermatologist Ramya Garlapati.
What Do Verified Buyers Have To Say?
Our loyal clients and customers tend to agree that both products are worth investing in.
- “My skin has always been plagued by unevenness, dark spots, and sun damage. However, after just one week of using this product, I've noticed a remarkable difference. Surprisingly, it's more effective than many of the pricier products I've tried in the past. This serum is truly potent, targeting both brown and gray patches while also preventing new discoloration from forming,” Kelly wrote of Senté’s Cysteamine HSA Pigment & Tone Corrector.
- “This texture feels velvety soft and glides smoothly on my skin! It gives me a nice tint color coverage over my Rosacea on my cheeks and helps the red to diminish. The spf is just enough for my daily usage.. no makeup necessary! I love it!” Karolay added of the Even Tone Mineral Sunscreen.
The bottom line? If hyperpigmentation is something that is on your mind, let us lighten the load. Skincare is our specialty, and would love to provide worry-free days of fun in the sun to you in the months to come.
