Friends and foes of melanin
Which is the more unpleasant side of uneven melanin production with age – graying hair or skin spots? Of course, everyone would be happier if neither were part of aging. But while white hair can be relatively easily and permanently hidden, achieving an even complexion and lightening spots requires much more effort and time, and the result is not always so definitive. Nevertheless, modern cosmetics are advancing in the uneven battle against hyperpigmentation and now have a rich arsenal of active ingredients that deliver excellent results.
The sun is to blame for everything
The production of the necessary amounts of melanin depends on many different factors, such as genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, certain medications, and ingredients in cosmetic products. One of the direct causes of uneven skin pigmentation is the sun, which stimulates melanin synthesis. The more and longer we have been exposed to ultraviolet rays over the years, the greater the likelihood that spots will appear on exposed areas of the body.
The first step to protecting the skin from aging is using sun protection products – from early childhood, throughout life, all year round. No matter how effective whitening products and procedures we use, if we do not protect our skin from the sun afterward, the result will be short-lived and barely noticeable. Not to mention the lost time and money.
Hormonal changes in the body are another major cause of melanin overproduction, which is why pregnancy and the use of contraceptives are directly linked to uneven pigmentation. The colored areas on the skin may gradually disappear after childbirth, but they may also remain. And although it is difficult to influence these processes, the only positive intervention here remains protection from ultraviolet rays, which during pregnancy must be even more strict, regardless of the season.
Medication treatment of acne-prone skin, as well as the use of antibiotics and retinoids, also require special attention when exposed to the sun and the use of high-factor sun protection products.
Chemistry and physics of sun protection
Sun protection products work on two main principles:
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Chemical protectors contain active ingredients that act as filters and reduce the penetration of ultraviolet radiation into the skin. They are usually colorless and form a thin film on the skin that contains UVB and UVA absorbing chemicals.
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Physical protection is provided by ingredients such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide, which block the penetration of ultraviolet radiation. This type of protector, also called sunblockers, also provides broad protection against UVA and UVB rays, but their drawback is that they are visible, difficult to wash off, and sit as a thicker layer on the skin. Sunblockers are recommended for people who have hypersensitivity to solar radiation.
The good and the bad news
We don’t say this to scare you, but the truth is that one day under strong sun without protection can erase months of whitening skin care. There is simply no two opinions on the matter – treating dark spots and sun protection must always go hand in hand.
The good news is that you no longer need two different products to do this daily and effectively. The whitening day cream for the face Melabel Sun SPF 50+ sun protection cream works simultaneously on both fronts with an optimal combination of active ingredients. The main effect for a more even complexion is achieved through the effective action of phytic acid, combined with photoprotective filters and shea butter, which simultaneously lighten, protect, and hydrate the skin.
Phytic acid is the newest and most modern whitening agent, characterized by high effectiveness and excellent tolerance by all skin types. It blocks the inclusion of iron and copper in melanin synthesis, leading to gradual skin lightening. In addition to these exceptional functions, this ingredient also enhances collagen synthesis, improves hydration, normalizes sebum secretion, and increases skin elasticity. Last but not least, phytic acid has a powerful antioxidant and anti-cancer effect, reducing differentiation and growth of tumor cells, and in some cases can even provoke the reversion of cancer cells to a normal phenotype. That is why Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ is especially suitable as a photoprotector for patients with early actinic keratoses and photoaged skin prone to precancerous formations. We also recommend it when the skin is prone to melasma, chloasma, and/or acne, as the antioxidant effect of phytic acid reduces inflammatory processes, which in many cases are the cause of hyperpigmentation.
The innovative formula of Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ includes a combination of chemical and physical photoblockers that provide maximum protection from ultraviolet rays. Octyl salicylate, Octyl methoxycinnamate, and Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane are three of the most established modern broad-spectrum chemical filters, while the mechanical protection comes from two mineral screens – titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ is applied to the face and décolleté with light massaging movements in the morning, half an hour before sun exposure. The whitening cream has a gentle texture that absorbs quickly, does not stick, and does not shine. It leaves a pleasant delicate fragrance. Like other products from biotrade, the cream is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic.
Fewer spots, more skin protection
As the years go by, white strands appear in the hair, and brown spots appear on the skin. The culprit for these opposite processes is one and the same, called melanin. This is the pigment responsible for the color of the skin, hair, and irises, produced by cells called melanocytes. Over time, the production and distribution of melanin in the skin becomes uneven, it accumulates, and so-called “age spots” appear on the face, décolleté, shoulders, and hands. The affected area of the skin changes its color and depending on the natural complexion, it can become brown or yellowish. The external factor influencing melanin production is sunlight, which is why the spots are more visible and intense during the summer and lighten or even disappear in winter.
Friends and foes of melanin
Which is the more unpleasant side of uneven melanin production with age – graying hair or skin spots? Of course, everyone would be happier if neither were part of aging. But while white hair can be relatively easily and permanently hidden, achieving an even complexion and lightening spots requires much more effort and time, and the result is not always so definitive. Nevertheless, modern cosmetics are advancing in the uneven battle against hyperpigmentation and now have a rich arsenal of active ingredients that deliver excellent results.
The sun is to blame for everything
The production of the necessary amounts of melanin depends on many different factors, such as genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, certain medications, and ingredients in cosmetic products. One of the direct causes of uneven skin pigmentation is the sun, which stimulates melanin synthesis. The more and longer we have been exposed to ultraviolet rays over the years, the greater the likelihood that spots will appear on exposed areas of the body.
The first step to protecting the skin from aging is using sun protection products – from early childhood, throughout life, all year round. No matter how effective whitening products and procedures we use, if we do not protect our skin from the sun afterward, the result will be short-lived and barely noticeable. Not to mention the lost time and money.
Hormonal changes in the body are another major cause of melanin overproduction, which is why pregnancy and the use of contraceptives are directly linked to uneven pigmentation. The colored areas on the skin may gradually disappear after childbirth, but they may also remain. And although it is difficult to influence these processes, the only positive intervention here remains protection from ultraviolet rays, which during pregnancy must be even more strict, regardless of the season.
Medication treatment of acne-prone skin, as well as the use of antibiotics and retinoids, also require special attention when exposed to the sun and the use of high-factor sun protection products.
Chemistry and physics of sun protection
Sun protection products work on two main principles:
The good and the bad news
We don’t say this to scare you, but the truth is that one day under strong sun without protection can erase months of whitening skin care. There is simply no two opinions on the matter – treating dark spots and sun protection must always go hand in hand.
The good news is that you no longer need two different products to do this daily and effectively. The whitening day cream for the face Melabel Sun SPF 50+ sun protection cream works simultaneously on both fronts with an optimal combination of active ingredients. The main effect for a more even complexion is achieved through the effective action of phytic acid, combined with photoprotective filters and shea butter, which simultaneously lighten, protect, and hydrate the skin.
Phytic acid is the newest and most modern whitening agent, characterized by high effectiveness and excellent tolerance by all skin types. It blocks the inclusion of iron and copper in melanin synthesis, leading to gradual skin lightening. In addition to these exceptional functions, this ingredient also enhances collagen synthesis, improves hydration, normalizes sebum secretion, and increases skin elasticity. Last but not least, phytic acid has a powerful antioxidant and anti-cancer effect, reducing differentiation and growth of tumor cells, and in some cases can even provoke the reversion of cancer cells to a normal phenotype. That is why Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ is especially suitable as a photoprotector for patients with early actinic keratoses and photoaged skin prone to precancerous formations. We also recommend it when the skin is prone to melasma, chloasma, and/or acne, as the antioxidant effect of phytic acid reduces inflammatory processes, which in many cases are the cause of hyperpigmentation.
The innovative formula of Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ includes a combination of chemical and physical photoblockers that provide maximum protection from ultraviolet rays. Octyl salicylate, Octyl methoxycinnamate, and Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane are three of the most established modern broad-spectrum chemical filters, while the mechanical protection comes from two mineral screens – titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.
Melabel whitening day cream SPF 50+ is applied to the face and décolleté with light massaging movements in the morning, half an hour before sun exposure. The whitening cream has a gentle texture that absorbs quickly, does not stick, and does not shine. It leaves a pleasant delicate fragrance. Like other products from biotrade, the cream is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic.