Q: During both my pregnancies, my face developed hyper-pigmentation, or the mask of pregnancy. I have dark spots on my forehead, upper lip and cheeks that turn really dark if I’m in the sun. Will they ever go away? Are there treatments that can help? A: Melasma (also known as chloasma or the “mask of pregnancy”) is a skin condition characterized by dark brown, well-demarcated and roughly symmetrical patches on the face and occasionally on the backs of the forearms. It is nine times more common in women than in men, and it is more prevalent in darker-skinned individuals. Although the cause of melasma...

This is a question our Aesthetician, Donna, is asked all the time. Her answer?  

" Yes, Sun damage can absolutely be reversed!"

The topical Vitamin C (l-ascorbic acid) contained in EnPointe's Éclairci C Serum is not only great at preventing further damage but it helps to lighten and brighten areas of the skin where sun damage has already occurred.

Another product that will help lighten sun damage is hydroquinone.  This is a product I don’t like to see my patients on more than 6 months at a time because it can conflict with other products so is best to use with professional supervision.

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Question: I am in my 60’s, what should I use to slow down aging skin?

Thanks, Pat

Answer: Pat, Enpointe Skin Solutions are loaded with anti-aging ingredients to slow down the aging process, as well as reverse some of the damage that has already been done. I  recommend a good cleanser to start with. Our Adagio Gentle Cleanser will remove dirt, makeup, and oils while gently exfoliating to remove dead skin.

A good source of Vitamin C, such as our Eclairci C Serum...