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Tranexamic Acid
A brightening amino acid derivative that helps lighten dark spots and reduce redness.
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Jennifer, real Curology user
Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture
Melanie, real Curology user
Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture
Jennifer, real Curology user
Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture
Melanie, real Curology user
Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture
Jennifer, real Curology user
Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture
Melanie, real Curology user
Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture
Jennifer, real Curology user
Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture
Melanie, real Curology user
Skin goals: breakouts, dark spots, texture
Jennifer, real Curology user
Skin goals: dark spots, clogged pores, texture
3 types of dark spots
Dark spots come in a variety of shapes and colors that can vary based on your skin tone. Let’s break down a few types of dark spots that we treat!
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.
Sun spots
Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.
Post-acne dark spots
Post-acne dark spots or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (sometimes mistaken for acne scars) is left behind as blemishes heal. Unlike scars, PIH will fade over time on its own.
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.
Sun spots
Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.
Post-acne dark spots
Post-acne dark spots or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (sometimes mistaken for acne scars) is left behind as blemishes heal. Unlike scars, PIH will fade over time on its own.
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.
Sun spots
Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.
Sun spots
Sun spots (aka age spots or liver spots) are caused by sun damage. Most sun spots can be prevented by practicing sun protection.
Melasma
Melasma is a chronic condition caused by a variety of factors including genetics, hormones, and exposure to sun and heat. Melasma can look like irregularly shaped brown or gray patches in symmetrical patterns on the face.
Dark spots explained
Your skin naturally produces a pigment called melanin, which gives it its color. Dark spots are typically places where too much pigment is present (hence the term hyperpigmentation).
Common causes of post-breakout dark spots include inflammation (like acne!), prolonging inflammation by picking at the skin (hands off!), and sun exposure (wear broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30).
Dark spot treatment FAQs
Post-acne scars often get bundled up with dark spots, but they’re a different beast. Scars change skin texture, not just color. Unlike acne scars, hyperpigmentation from acne can fade in 6 to 12 months—potentially sooner, especially if you wear sunscreen regularly!
Your Curology personalized formula is made with a combination of hyperpigmentation-fighting ingredients, which can include azelaic acid, niacinamide, tranexamic acid, and more.
With consistent use, many patients using these types of ingredients notice a difference within 6-12 weeks—but everyone’s skin is different, so this timeline might vary for you. It’s also important to remember that this is a long-term journey! We’re not just going for progress, but also prevention.