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Siero con vitamina C e acido ferulico per prevenire le macchie cutanee
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Skin spots: prevent them with vitamin C and ferulic acid

Elisa Avalleof Elisa Avalle , founder of LeLang

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FeruliC + HA is the antioxidant face serum that combines stabilized vitamin C, ferulic acid, and vitamin E, designed to even out the complexion and help prevent the appearance of dark spots.

Dark spots are among the most common skincare concerns. They mainly form due to excessive production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color, and can appear for various reasons:

  1. Sun exposure: UV rays stimulate melanocytes to produce more melanin.
  2. Hormonal changes: pregnancy, oral contraceptives, or menopause affect pigmentation.
  3. Inflammation or injuries: cuts, burns, acne, and other types of inflammation can leave pigmented marks.

How to prevent dark spots

Dark spots, or hyperpigmentation, can appear at different times in life in connection with hormonal changes, aging, or habits that accentuate their formation. The complete overview is available in the article on facial skin discoloration.

Melasma is one of the most common forms: dark patches on the face linked to hormonal factors and sun exposure, which particularly affect pregnant women and require a specific approach.

Age spots, or sun spots, appear on the hands, face, and arms as a result of cumulative sun exposure. They are among the most preventable types, provided you are consistent with sun protection.

The use of harsh products that irritate the skin can also encourage the appearance of dark spots: inflammation is one of the triggers of pigmentation.

In more pronounced cases, professional treatments such as chemical peels, laser therapy, cryotherapy, or intense pulsed light are available: these are medical procedures that should be evaluated with a dermatologist. A cosmetic product can prevent and reduce the appearance of discoloration, but it cannot eliminate it.

Daily sun protection

This is the most important preventive measure of all. The sun intensifies every type of hyperpigmentation, including melasma and age spots. Use protection suitable for your skin phototype even in winter and on cloudy days.

Spot Defence 50 SPF has a lightweight, non-greasy texture and is enriched with a complex of organic maritime pine, mallow, marshmallow, and calendula extracts, with soothing and antioxidant properties that also help counteract damage caused by pollution.

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A diet rich in antioxidants

Antioxidants also work from within, counteracting oxidative stress caused by UV rays and pollution. Fruit and vegetables rich in vitamins A, C, and E provide genuine support, possibly supplemented with targeted supplements if recommended by a doctor.

Anti-dark-spot skincare with FeruliC + HA

Sun protection remains the foundation, but the routine is built in layers: gentle cleansing that does not irritate the skin, regular exfoliation with AHAs or BHAs to encourage cell renewal, and finally an antioxidant serum.

FeruliC + HA contains a stabilized vitamin C derivative that, unlike pure ascorbic acid, is not prone to rapid oxidation. This allows it to:

  • support collagen synthesis, since vitamin C is an essential cofactor in the hydroxylation phase;
  • counteract glycation, reducing damage to collagen and elastin;
  • protect against oxidative stress caused by UV rays, pollution, and blue light;
  • work synergistically with hyaluronic acid, keeping the skin soft and supple.

The formula contains two types of hyaluronic acid: sodium hyaluronate and the hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid from the Hyacare 50 patent, both easily absorbed and able to maintain hydration while limiting transepidermal water loss.

Arginine is an amino acid that helps maintain skin tone, while vitamin E, in the form of tocopheryl acetate, further neutralizes free radicals.

Finally, ferulic acid plays a dual role:

  • it neutralizes free radicals and protects against environmental damage;
  • it stabilizes vitamins C and E, enhancing their effectiveness — according to research conducted at Duke University, it doubles their photoprotective effect;
  • it helps even out the complexion by acting on the mechanisms involved in melanin production.

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This serum is non-sticky and can also be used on its own, followed by sun protection. LeLang’s exclusive woody note neutralizes the metallic odor typical of ferulic acid.