PIGMENTATION SPOTS

Say goodbye to pigmentation spots – and hello to skin you feel good in!

Pigmentation spots are dark discolorations of the skin that occur when the skin produces too much melanin—the pigment responsible for our natural skin tone. This so-called hyperpigmentation, often appears on the face, hands, or arms and can be triggered by sun exposure, hormonal changes, or skin blemishes.

Causes of pigmentation spots:

  • Sun: Frequent UV exposure promotes the formation of age spots or sunspots.
  • Hormones: During pregnancy or menopause, widespread discoloration may occur on the face.
  • Acne: After blemishes, dark spots or scars can form.

Although pigmentation spots are harmless, they are often perceived as unsightly.

 

In her late twenties, Petra noticed the first pigmentation spots on her face. Comments from those around her and on social media increasingly bothered her – until she discovered Eucerin ANTI-PIGMENT products.

After just two weeks, she saw the first improvements. After twelve weeks, the spots were barely visible. “Eucerin changed my life,” Petra says today. No more covering up with make-up — she finally feels comfortable in her own skin again.

Her community has also shared positive experiences since Petra Mayer (@ooobacht) began telling her story.

Skin care products with active ingredients like Thiamidol or UV protection can help reduce the appearance of spots and prevent new ones from forming.

Age Spots

Age spots are essentially pigmentation spots that appear as we get older. They are caused by increased melanin production, often triggered by years of sun exposure. Age spots commonly appear on the face, hands, or arms—areas that are frequently exposed to the sun. While they are harmless, many people find them unsightly.

EXPERTS EXPLAIN

Our Study Designs for Pigmentation Disorders / Age Spots

Method: Photo Evaluation & Image Analysis

Detecting Visible Changes

To assess or quantify pigmentation disorders and skin discoloration, we use imaging techniques followed by expert photo evaluation or color measurement methods.

For photo evaluation, experts or trained assessors compare images taken before and after the application of skin care products — without knowing when they were taken. This allows for unbiased assessment of visible changes, such as changes in skin color in this case. Evaluations are conducted using scales or direct comparisons.

For image analysis, specific skin areas are examined using semi-automatic software. This enables precise detection of changes in skin color, such as age spots or pigmentation. These methods provide clear and traceable results — ideal for supporting technical measurement procedures and documenting visible skin care effects.

 

Method: Measuring Skin Tone

Objective and Contact-Free

Natural skin tone is determined by chromophores such as melanin and hemoglobin. To objectively measure these, special devices assess the skin’s light reflection. This method helps capture skin changes — such as pigmentation spots, redness, or after cosmetic treatments — objectively.

Devices like spectrophotometers or color measurement pens are used to measure skin tone either contact-free or with minimal contact. Results are based on the CIELAB color system, widely used in dermatology:

  • L* represents brightness (from black = 0 to white = 100)
  • a* indicates the red (+) to green (–) color axis
  • b* indicates the yellow (+) to blue (–) color axis

Additionally, the ITA° value (Individual Typology Angle) is calculated from L* and b* to describe skin tone.

Interpreting the results: a high L* or ITA° value indicates lighter skin; an increasing a* value indicates an increase in skin redness.


Based on these studies, we develop and confirm claims — i.e. advertising statements —
for our products with the help of our study participants.


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