Hyperpigmentation doesn’t just happen on our faces. Dark spots can also form on our bodies, particularly on the chest, underarms, knees, elbows, and inner thighs. The majority of the time, these dark patches of skin discoloration are completely harmless. However, we know a thing or two about getting rid of dark spots safely, gently, and effectively.
No matter where you’re dealing with hyperpigmentation, our favorite hyperpigmentation treatment is Haruharu wonder’s Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream. Its unique 3.17-ounce (90-gram), cup-inspired design makes it easy to scoop out the right amount of product and slather it onto the area of your face or body with hyperpigmentation. It’s also available in a TK-ounce tube for on-the-go applications. The lightweight, non-sticky formula even has a creamy gel consistency that melts into skin without ever feeling heavy or greasy, so you can put your clothes on right after rubbing some Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream onto your arms, chest, or legs.
Ahead, we’ll dive into how face and body hyperpigmentation forms on your skin and why our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is an incredible option for skin brightening, evening skin tone, and diminishing dark patches from head to toe.
What causes face and body hyperpigmentation?
In general, hyperpigmentation occurs when skin cells become inflamed and start releasing pigment to repair themselves. This process results in the formation of dark patches on the surface of the skin. The inflammation that triggers this response can be caused by various factors, including acne, sun exposure, and hormonal fluctuations. Different types of hyperpigmentation can occur on the face and body, depending on the underlying cause and the specific area where it formed.
Some common examples of face hyperpigmentation include:
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Melasma: Brownish patches due to hormonal changes, like pregnancy
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Sunspots: Also known as age spots; small dark spots from sun damage
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Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: result of a skin injury, like a breakout or a burn
Body hyperpigmentation is also caused by anything that causes skin irritation, including body acne, hair removal procedures, sun exposure, dry skin, use of harsh body-care products, and any friction from everyday movements and workouts or wearing tight clothing. Body hyperpigmentation can also be attributed to genetics or an underlying health issue. If this is a concern for you, be sure to consult your primary care physician and a board-certified dermatologist to figure out the best hyperpigmentation treatment for dark patches on your body.
Some common examples of body hyperpigmentation include:
What is the best product for hyperpigmentation on the face and body?
At home, you can get rid of dark spots on your neck, chest, limbs, and face with consistent use of skincare products formulated with both nourishing and brightening ingredients. Haruharu wonder’s Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream checks both boxes with a medley of intensely moisturizing ingredients that help reduce irritation and soothe skin, as well as antioxidant-rich vitamins known to treat face and body hyperpigmentation while evening skin tone.
This fast-absorbing moisturizer provides healing hydration with the help of Centella Asiatica leaf water (also known as cica), squalane, and madecassoside. All work together to lock in long-lasting moisture, decrease irritation, and prevent any dryness that may be contributing to the dark patches on your face or body. They’ll also reduce redness and stimulate collagen production for clearer, healthier, more supple skin.
To decrease the appearance of dark spots, Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is packed with vitamin C and vitamin B (commonly known as niacinamide). They team up to fade hyperpigmentation, smooth skin, even skin tone, and make skin look more radiant than ever. These vitamins are also known to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Studies have found that vitamin C, which you can find on the ingredient list as ascorbic acid, stops inflamed skin cells from leaking pigment, reducing dark spots in the process. It also protects our skin from sun exposure and damage. (We recommend wearing sunscreen every day, though.) Niacinamide, on the other hand, enhances skin from head to toe with its anti-inflammatory properties that banish and prevent breakouts, as well as its ability to prevent the transfer of pigment within the skin to diminish dark spots and even skin tone.
The best part of our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is it is a gentle yet effective product that multitasks and can be used on your face and body. This sustainable, vegan formula delivers major moisture and hyperpigmentation care without harsh, exfoliating ingredients — no matter where you apply it or what skin type you have. This skincare product was designed for all skin types, including sensitive skin. (We recommend doing a patch test first if you have had negative reactions to skincare products in the past.) Plus, our dreamy gel cream will give your skin a healthy, dewy glow.
How to use our best hyperpigmentation treatment for face and body
Not sure how to implement our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream into your skincare and body-care routines? Well, you can simply smooth it onto your clean skin after washing your face or taking a shower. If you are using it on your face, we recommend putting on the cream after the Haruharu wonder Centella 4% TXA Dark Spot Go Away Serum to supercharge your hyperpigmentation treatment. You can also keep the 40-gram tube in your purse or gym bag for quick moisture and hyperpigmentation care on the go. Just keep in mind that your hyperpigmentation won’t vanish overnight. Consistent, everyday use in the morning and night is key to visible results. Give the cream a good six weeks to work its magic.
Head-to-Toe Hyperpigmentation Care
Hyperpigmentation doesn’t just happen on our faces. Dark spots can also form on our bodies, particularly on the chest, underarms, knees, elbows, and inner thighs. The majority of the time, these dark patches of skin discoloration are completely harmless. However, we know a thing or two about getting rid of dark spots safely, gently, and effectively.
No matter where you’re dealing with hyperpigmentation, our favorite hyperpigmentation treatment is Haruharu wonder’s Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream. Its unique 3.17-ounce (90-gram), cup-inspired design makes it easy to scoop out the right amount of product and slather it onto the area of your face or body with hyperpigmentation. It’s also available in a TK-ounce tube for on-the-go applications. The lightweight, non-sticky formula even has a creamy gel consistency that melts into skin without ever feeling heavy or greasy, so you can put your clothes on right after rubbing some Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream onto your arms, chest, or legs.
Ahead, we’ll dive into how face and body hyperpigmentation forms on your skin and why our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is an incredible option for skin brightening, evening skin tone, and diminishing dark patches from head to toe.
What causes face and body hyperpigmentation?
In general, hyperpigmentation occurs when skin cells become inflamed and start releasing pigment to repair themselves. This process results in the formation of dark patches on the surface of the skin. The inflammation that triggers this response can be caused by various factors, including acne, sun exposure, and hormonal fluctuations. Different types of hyperpigmentation can occur on the face and body, depending on the underlying cause and the specific area where it formed.
Some common examples of face hyperpigmentation include:
Melasma: Brownish patches due to hormonal changes, like pregnancy
Sunspots: Also known as age spots; small dark spots from sun damage
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation: result of a skin injury, like a breakout or a burn
Body hyperpigmentation is also caused by anything that causes skin irritation, including body acne, hair removal procedures, sun exposure, dry skin, use of harsh body-care products, and any friction from everyday movements and workouts or wearing tight clothing. Body hyperpigmentation can also be attributed to genetics or an underlying health issue. If this is a concern for you, be sure to consult your primary care physician and a board-certified dermatologist to figure out the best hyperpigmentation treatment for dark patches on your body.
Some common examples of body hyperpigmentation include:
Dark spots on the chest and neck
Dark underarms
Dark knees and elbows
Dark inner thighs and/or bikini area
What is the best product for hyperpigmentation on the face and body?
At home, you can get rid of dark spots on your neck, chest, limbs, and face with consistent use of skincare products formulated with both nourishing and brightening ingredients. Haruharu wonder’s Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream checks both boxes with a medley of intensely moisturizing ingredients that help reduce irritation and soothe skin, as well as antioxidant-rich vitamins known to treat face and body hyperpigmentation while evening skin tone.
This fast-absorbing moisturizer provides healing hydration with the help of Centella Asiatica leaf water (also known as cica), squalane, and madecassoside. All work together to lock in long-lasting moisture, decrease irritation, and prevent any dryness that may be contributing to the dark patches on your face or body. They’ll also reduce redness and stimulate collagen production for clearer, healthier, more supple skin.
To decrease the appearance of dark spots, Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is packed with vitamin C and vitamin B (commonly known as niacinamide). They team up to fade hyperpigmentation, smooth skin, even skin tone, and make skin look more radiant than ever. These vitamins are also known to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Studies have found that vitamin C, which you can find on the ingredient list as ascorbic acid, stops inflamed skin cells from leaking pigment, reducing dark spots in the process. It also protects our skin from sun exposure and damage. (We recommend wearing sunscreen every day, though.) Niacinamide, on the other hand, enhances skin from head to toe with its anti-inflammatory properties that banish and prevent breakouts, as well as its ability to prevent the transfer of pigment within the skin to diminish dark spots and even skin tone.
The best part of our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream is it is a gentle yet effective product that multitasks and can be used on your face and body. This sustainable, vegan formula delivers major moisture and hyperpigmentation care without harsh, exfoliating ingredients — no matter where you apply it or what skin type you have. This skincare product was designed for all skin types, including sensitive skin. (We recommend doing a patch test first if you have had negative reactions to skincare products in the past.) Plus, our dreamy gel cream will give your skin a healthy, dewy glow.
How to use our best hyperpigmentation treatment for face and body
Not sure how to implement our Centella 5% Niacinamide Radiance Gel Cream into your skincare and body-care routines? Well, you can simply smooth it onto your clean skin after washing your face or taking a shower. If you are using it on your face, we recommend putting on the cream after the Haruharu wonder Centella 4% TXA Dark Spot Go Away Serum to supercharge your hyperpigmentation treatment. You can also keep the 40-gram tube in your purse or gym bag for quick moisture and hyperpigmentation care on the go. Just keep in mind that your hyperpigmentation won’t vanish overnight. Consistent, everyday use in the morning and night is key to visible results. Give the cream a good six weeks to work its magic.