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what causes uneven skin tone?
How is uneven skin tone caused?
An uneven skin tone, called hyperpigmentation, is irregular darkening of the skin. The cause: overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin and hair color. The resulting dark patches and spots are typically perceived as "aged skin" and can make you look more than 12 years older.
what is double cleansing?
why you need to double cleanse
Whether or not you wash your face day and night, you might be surprised at what's left on your skin after a single cleanse. Environmental pollutants in the air, as well as cosmetics such as sunblock and waterproof make-up, combine daily with the skin's naturally-sticky sebum (oil) secretions to form a thick, slick, waxy coating by the middle of the day. Yuck.
how to get rid of blackheads?
Learn how to clear and prevent blackheads without damaging your skin.
When it comes to clearing blackheads, prevention is key. Blackheads form when excess sebum (oil), dead skin cells and breakout-causing bacteria collect and form a “plug” in your follicles. This plug still lets a bit of air in, which is why this mixture turns black – like what happens to an apple that is cut open.
what is a chemical peel?
At-home peels vs. professional peels
At-home peels generally are self-applied and use such exfoliants in lower concentrations. Professional chemical peels are applied by skin therapists, estheticians or medical practitioners who use highly-concentrated exfoliants. Both at-home and professional peels use exfoliants like Alpha Hydroxy Acids (e.g., Lactic Acid), Beta Hydroxy Acids (e.g., Salicylic Acid) and enzymes from natural ingredients like Rice, Papaya, Pineapple and Pumpkin, to reduce the appearance of premature aging such as age spots, as well as rough skin texture and acne.