Pigmentation & dullness
Dark spots fade slowly, and only if they’re protected from the sun. Pair one brightening treatment with sunscreen every morning, and give it 8 to 12 weeks.
How to build your routine
Start with the three essentials, then add the key step. Extras are optional, one at a time. Pick any products below that match.
The essentials
- 1CleanseGentle, so your treatment doesn’t sting.
- 2MoisturiseA comfortable cream alongside your treatment.
- 3SPFEvery morning, even when it’s cloudy. Without it, dark spots come back.
The key step
- ★TreatmentBefore moisturiser. Niacinamide, TXA, vitamin C or alpha arbutin. Start with one.
Optional extras
- +Brightening tonerRice or niacinamide, after cleansing.
- +RetinalWhen your skin is ready. Start 2 nights a week.
What helps dark spots
- NiacinamideEvens out tone and fades marks over time.
- Tranexamic acid (TXA)Targets stubborn dark spots gently.
- Vitamin CBrightens and adds glow. Best in the morning.
- Alpha arbutinA gentle brightener for uneven tone.
Sunscreen is the step that makes the rest work. Wear it every morning, even when it’s cloudy. Have any new, changing or irregular dark spot checked by your GP.
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Beauty of JoseonGinseng + Retinal Eye Serum
Eye care · before moisturiser
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Mary & MayTXA + Glutathione Eye Cream
Eye care · before moisturiser
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KnoursKoolsol Ultra Light Invisible Mineral Sunscreen SPF50 (50ml)
SPF · every morning, last
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PuritoAzelaic Acid 10 + Kojic Serum
Treatment · before moisturiser
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K Skin AuraThe Glass Skin BlueprintRegular price £119.00Save 11%
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Haruharu WonderBlack Rice Hyaluronic Cream
Moisturiser · morning & night
Regular price £18.50Add to CartAdd -
Round LabBirch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (50ml)
SPF · every morning, last
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AXIS-YDark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
Treatment · before moisturiser
Regular price £15.99Add to CartAdd -
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Beauty of JoseonGlow Serum Propolis + Niacinamide
Treatment · before moisturiser
Regular price £14.99Add to CartAdd -
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Beauty of JoseonGround Rice and Honey Glow Mask
Mask · once or twice a week
Regular price £14.99Add to CartAdd -
NumbuzinNo.9 NAD+ PDRN Glow Boosting Toner (150ml)
Toner · after cleansing
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AnuaNiacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum (30ml)
Treatment · before moisturiser
Regular price £21.00Add to CartAdd -
Beauty of JoseonRevive Serum: Ginseng + Snail Mucin (30ml)
Serum · before moisturiser
Regular price £13.99Add to CartAdd -
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Beauty of JoseonGlow Replenishing Rice Milk (150ml)
Toner · after cleansing
Regular price £15.99Add to CartAdd -
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MedicubeDeep Vita C Capsule Cream (55g)
Moisturiser · morning & night
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Beauty of JoseonGlow Deep Serum: Rice + Alpha-Arbutin (30ml)
Treatment · before moisturiser
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K Skin AuraDark Spot Fading RoutineRegular price £122.99Save 11%
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