Show Notes
Melasma. Sun spots. Three different skin conditions — one unified strategy. In this episode, we break down everything: the types of pigmentation, the brands that actually deliver, the in-clinic treatments that change the game, and the daily habits quietly sabotaging your routine.
This isn't a lecture. It's a plan. Because pigmentation is a long-term battle, and the people who win are the ones who stay consistent, summer included.
What we cover:
- The 3 main types of pigmentation (melasma, sun spots, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) and how to tell them apart
- 4 Canadian and American brands with genuinely different approaches
- In-clinic treatments that accelerate results, and the ones to avoid in summer
- The everyday mistakes quietly setting your skin back
- Why mineral SPF is non-negotiable when treating pigment
- How to get through summer without undoing all your progress
Whether you're dealing with hormonal melasma, sun damage, or post-acne marks, this episode gives you the tools to understand your skin and move forward with a real plan.
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