Skin Profile - Nefaire

FMH

C + D

Combination-Discoloration

Hydration
Texture
Senstivity

*1 being needs improvement, 5 being excellent

Your Personalized Overview

Your skin profile is a combination of discoloration and potential PIH (Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation). Below are some of the keys to your skin:

Lighter Pigmented Skin - more likely to find yourself with a dark mark, or what's referred to as Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) if you breakout and your acne heals. Always wear sunscreen with at least SPF 30 if you'll be exposed to the sun.

Predisposed Discoloration - it's possible that the discoloration of your skin tone can have genetic or hormonal causes, such as having Melasma or having hormonal fluctuations. There are less external steps you can control to prevent these factors, but lifestyle and diet changes can sometimes help.

Exfoliation - proper exfoliation can be largely beneficial to your skin type. We generally don't recommend mechanical exfoliation; instead, opt for products with ingredients such as Lactic Acid or Azelaic Acid.

Lightening - To help with discoloration, Vitamin C Serums can be a good natural option to brighten your skin tone.

Things That May Affect Your Skin

Blemishes

If you have acne blemishes, you might notice red marks when they heal. This is known as PIH, or Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation. Treating the existing acne is essential, as well as wearing sunscreen to avoid dark marks from getting worse. A consistent exfoliating skincare routine can also help cellular turnover, which can help marks fade faster.

Sun Exposure

Your sun exposure habits may be making dark marks worse. Vitamin D is without a doubt good for the skin, but prolonged exposure without SPF can make discoloration worse, and prolong the process of fading. Always use sunscreen when going out, and try to abstain from tanning beds as well if you have discoloration.

Genetics

If people in your family have freckles or melasma, chances are, your skin discoloration may be caused by genetics, as 80% of skin conditions and skin type are usually inherited. This being said, ask your skin therapist about the Hydrafacial MD. The salicylic acid in the treatment can help fade the darker spots, while revealing a more even skin tone underneath.

Hormones

Your hormonal fluctations may be triggering discoloration in your skin. Fortunately, regular exfoliation can help greatly, as well as treatments that remove the top layer of the skin, such as the Hydrafacial MD.