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Unlike common belief, pigmentation spots are no longer seniors’ prerogative.

In fact, dermatologists are unanimous and widely inform the general public on the dangers and consequences of unprotected and repeated sun exposure.

Hyperpigmentation can thus be caused by various factors. 

Sun exposure is one of the main causes of dark spots. Irritated or inflamed acne can also cause hyperpigmentation. It is a common cause of dark spots within young women and men.

In addition, the potential use of hormones or other products affecting the hormonal system’s equilibrium can lead to the appearance of dark spots when exposed to the sun. Hormonal activity can also lead to the appearance of melasma, also called “pregnancy mask”. 

Finally, age spots are common from the age of 40. UV rays and the aging process can trigger an overproduction of melanin. Age spots are clusters of melanin that appear on the sun’s most exposed areas: the hands, face, neck and chest.