Do you struggle with hyperpigmentation? You’re not alone! So many women have a little to a lot of discoloration on their skin and it can be frustrating and cause us to be self conscious. But have no fear! There are ways to combat it and get your skin looking and feeling amazing again!
What is hyperpigmentation?
It’s a big word…I know. So what exactly does it mean? Hyperpigmentation is basically discoloration of the skin. Hyper means to have more of something. So when you have hyperpigmentation on your skin, you have more pigment, meaning darker spots.
Hyperpigmentation can come in different forms: age spots, sun spots, melasma (aka pregnancy mask), and even freckles. Sometimes those spots aren’t noticeable to anyone other than ourselves. We’re our own worst critics! But sometimes those spots can be distracting and can cause ourselves to be self conscious and have a lack of confidence.
Can olive oil directly reduce hyperpigmentation?
Olive oil isn’t really known to help reduce signs of hyperpigmentation. But it can prevent sun damage, can prevent the signs of aging, and it has other health benefits for the skin.
How does olive oil benefit the skin?
Olive oil has been proven to help with the following:
- Provide hydration to the skin
- Neutralize free radicals so your skin ages better
- Encourages new cell growth and exfoliates the skin
- Can treat some skin rashes with its antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties
How can you treat hyperpigmentation?
Although olive oil doesn’t usually treat hyperpigmentation, olive leaf elixir contains a powerful ingredient called hydroxytyrosol and is one of the most powerful antioxidant compounds. It can help reduce inflammation, acne, redness, dark circles, fine lines & wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.
Skincare products that have hydroxytyrosol in their ingredients can help reduce the signs of hyperpigmentation. Great skincare options for hyperpigmentation and discoloration are: retinols, vitamin c, and chemical exfoliators. When you combine hydroxytyrosol into those products, you’ve got a killer combination!
Here are some skincare products that are fabulous for hyperpigmentation:
- F87 CORRECTIVE KAHAI ELIXIR is great for all skin types and is known for giving the skin luminosity, finer pores, hydration, elasticity, firmness, and anti-pigmentation. Contains 3.8% Kahai Oil and contains the highest amount of retinol out of these products. (This is my personal favorite retinol!)
- F82 GREEN RETINOL FACE ELIXIR combines Hydroxytyrosol with Green Retinol (Bakuchiol = alternative retinol) and Vitamin A rich Kahai Oil. The Bakuchiol remedies fine lines and reduces the appearance of pores, while the Hydroytyrosol, together with the Kahai Oil, minimizes redness, counteracts pigmentation and protects against oxidative damage. Bakuchiol also stimulates collagen formation, actively counteracting skin aging. It contains 2.5% Bakuchiol + 1% Kahai Oil and is the gentlest form of retinol out of these options. (This option is best for sensitive skin.)
- F65 CORRECTIVE MIDNIGHT ELIXIR is combines retinol (fish sourced), arbequina and kahai oil with the patented “hyaluron in oil complex” and the regenerating super olive tree antioxidant hydroxytyrosol. This regenerates and tightens the skin overnight, reduces wrinkles and enhances the luminosity of the skin while you sleep. Apply this retinol at night only because it is photosensitive. This contains 2% retinol from fish liver + hyaluron + 2.5% Kahai Oil.
- F81 AHA + HT Serum Face This is a chemical exfoiliator and it has glycolic acid & lactic acid to help exfoliate the skin’s surface and help promote cell turnover. This is a chemical exfoliant that helps dissolve and loosen the bonds between dead skin cells and oils to help you achieve radiant and smooth skin.
- F83 HT + Vitamin C Serum has 1300% increased antioxidant power to simple vitamin C. Not only does it neutralize free radicals on the upper layer of the skin to prevent the effects of ozone damage on the skin but it also helps brighten the skin, reducing the signs of hyperpigmentation.
Learn more about retinol!
But how do you use these products? Let me break it down for you:
- Vitamin C- After rinsing your face in the morning and applying toner, apply about 4 drops of the Vitamin C serum onto your face. Rub it in evenly to your skin and let it soak and absorb into your skin for a good 5-10 minutes. Then you can proceed with your eye cream and moisturizer.
- Retinol- This is best applied at night. After cleansing and toning, you can apply 3-4 drops of retinol to your face alone or add it to your serum. Evenly rub it into your skin and follow up with your eye cream and moisturizer. Start by using this once a week and build it up using it more often. Every other day is great.
- AHA Chemical Exfoliator- This is an amazing product but too much of it can really wreck your skin barrier. Only use it once a week at first and build up to using it 1-3 times a week. This is a serum so you apply it after cleansing and toning your face. Apply about 4 drops on your face and evenly rub it into your skin. Follow up with your eye cream and moisturizer. It’s best to use this at night, on the days you do not use retinol.
Learn about the importance of skin cycling!
How long does it take to see results?
As with anything, consistency and patience is key!
Below are real women that have been using products with hydroxtyrosol in them consistently. Their skin is brightening and reducing the signs of hyperpigmentation over time! They are using holistic and waterless skincare products that are helping their skin glow! You don’t have to use harsh products with harmful ingredients to see improvement in your hyperpigmentation.
The power of drinking your skincare
Nourishing your skin from within can improve your gut health and your skin! Drinking your skincare can also help reduce hyperpigmentation! When you fuel your body from within with hydroxytyrosol, sources of vitamin C like camu camu, and hyaluronic acid your skin can appear brighter and get that healthy glow again. Here are 3 internal products that work wonders for hyperpigmentation:
I01 ORAC & CAMU CAMU OLIVE LEAF CONCENTRATE– This supplement helps fight infectious viruses and protect against environmental factors. It contains camu camu which contains iron, an extremely high concentration of vitamin c, and ascorbic acid (which is about 30 times the amount found in an orange!). Take 1 tsp daily for a healthy immune system and happier gut & skin.
I66 THE BEAUTY FOUNTAIN– This contains hydroxytyrosol and collagen, making it a great combo for softening wrinkles and getting skin that glows! Take 17.5 ml daily.
I70 THE BEAUTY MOLECULE– This contains hydroxytyrosol, hyaluronic acid, camu camu, tumeric, and lavender. With daily use, you will notice a difference in: finer-pores, rosier and firmer skin, strengthened immune system, and healthier and stronger fingernails.
If you suffer from any form of hyperpigmentation, all is not lost! You can get brighter and glowy skin again! Hit the button below to get my help as an aesthetician or EMAIL ME with your questions. You deserve to look and feel beautiful!
FAQs
- What is hyperpigmentation? Hyperpigmentation is basically discoloration of the skin. Hyper means to have more of something. So when you have hyperpigmentation on your skin, you have more pigment, meaning dark spots. Hyperpigmentation can come in different forms: age spots, sun spots, melasma (aka pregnancy mask), and even freckles. Sometimes those spots aren’t noticeable to anyone other than ourselves. We’re our own worst critics! But sometimes those spots can be distracting and can cause ourselves to be self conscious and have a lack of self confidence.
- Can olive oil directly reduce hyperpigmentation? Olive oil isn’t really known to help reduce signs of hyperpigmentation. But it can prevent sun damage, can prevent the signs of aging, and it has other health benefits for the skin.
- How does olive oil benefit the skin? Olive oil can provide hydration to the skin, neutralize free radicals so your skin ages better, encourages new cell growth and exfoliates the skin, can treat some skin rashes with its anti-fungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
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About the Author
JoEllen is a licensed aesthetician, certified makeup artist, and certified John Maxwell coach, speaker, and trainer. She works with women helping them look and feel confident. She loves teaching women simple beauty techniques so they can feel empowered to try it at home. Her motto is that when you look and feel good, you do good!
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