Best Supplements for Improving Dark Marks

Dark spots, Post Inflammatory,  Hyperpigmentation, and Melasma are notoriously difficult skin conditions to treat. Many people find themselves on the hunt for the perfect option to clear the dark marks and once the hyperpigmentation is finally cleared the rollercoaster ride begins of trying to keep the spot clear or prevent new marks from showing up. This can become very exhausting as even the very best topical ingredients have their limits. 

As we start to approach the warmer weather and venture outside you may want to consider choosing one of the supplements discussed to help fight hyperpigmentation from the inside out. Listed below are the dietary changes and supplements as well as a new prescription pill that is super effective when it comes to treating hyperpigmentation in the right patient.

Up your Vit C by drinking lemon water, eating your colorful veggies etc. broccoli and asparagus are rich in the mother of all antioxidants glutathione. Add antioxidants+ anti-inflammatory spices to your food like turmeric and ginger, drink your green tea and Indulge wisely Red wine and dark chocolate are also rich in antioxidants

The number one supplement that I recommend to my patients because there is mounting scientific evidence showing how beneficial and effective it is at treating melasma and other forms of hyperpigmentation is polypodium leucotomos PLE is a fern plant extract oral antioxidant found in:

There are some new products on the market worth mentioning that you guys my want to look into I am currently trying the Blur Potion by Zitsticka. It has a nice blend of antioxidants:

In regards to oral prescription medications there is an extremely effective scientifically-backed oral medication for melasma called Tranexamic acid - it works by decreasing melanin synthesis, and decreasing angiogenesis, and significantly reduces the visible appearance of hyperpigmentation its been prescribed for years by our Obgyn colleagues for clotting disorders and it is considered an off label use* Rx required & not everyone is a good candidate) From my patient experience and extensive review of the data, this is one of my favorite options for the appropriate patients who are dealing with stubborn recalcitrant melasma. You absolutely have to talk to your doctor about the risk vs benefits of this medication everyone is NOT a good candidate.

These do not take the place of sunscreen* Sunscreen is still your number 1 defense against any and all forms of hyperpigmentation, These are a fantastic additional option especially for those with stubborn pigmentation. 

Thanks so much for watching. I hope you found this video helpful. Please let me know if you have any questions for me if so Leave them down below and I will see you in the next video or over on IG. @dralexisstephens

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[ritaherrington]

Dr Stephens you have changed my life! Thank you for this channel and the education. My talks with my dermatologist and aesthetician has been so much more informative. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Without a doubt you are God sent.

[avaagarde]

Thank you so much Doctor. We need more doctors like you who know what people of color go through! I swear dermatologists in real life don't really show much concern over their patients' skin.

[californiadoll]

You and Dr Dray and Rattan are the only 3 people I actually trust. I can't believe people follow those self proclaimed 'Skin Experts' that have zero medical schooling.

[malindarayallen]

I love that you want us to be healthy from the inside out. 💕

[GOLD]

I wish I went to you in Miami 8 years ago when I went to my first dermatologist. He made me pay a lot of money just to look at my skin for 10 seconds and recommended that I buy his products. You care about your patients and by giving all this info out for free, it shows that you care. Most dermatologist won’t do what you do so next time I’m in Miami, I’m booking an appointment with YOU!

[ellecelle]

Glutathione & Vit C supplements helped to rid me of post acne hyper pigmentation. Will definitely add PLE to the mix! Thank you!

[DageD]

As a light skin black man, I struggle with dark brown spot on my skin, it doesn’t look cute. Thanks a lot

[fashionlover]

I LOVE this video. A real time saver. I wish I had this video to hand several years ago! Everything you mentioned in the video, I had found out by YEARS of trial and error/research! ...and here it all is now, within one video! I know this will help a lot of people who have melasma! These ingredients really work! My skin is the best it has been in a long time!

[TheJazzplease]

I literally just subscribed. I had clear clean skin all the way to adult. Then I went to college and hit 25 and all of a sudden my face breaks out and because my skin didn’t need much I didn’t know what to do! Thanks for this series!

[therobynj]

You are a gem! I started looking more into your channel about my hyperpigmentation and I added ALOT of products you recommended to my skincare and just after only a few days, my scars are actually fading (SUNSCREEN IS A MUST GUYS!!) So I’ll definitely be adding one of these to my routine. Thank you sm💕!

[antoinetteclark]

I purchased my first bottle of Summer Ready about a month ago and I can already see a difference. I have already ordered my second bottle. Thanks for sharing!

[morganmarie]

Man there's a reason why I'm not a doctor. I'm so grateful that you put out this information but I'm just going to be honest I don' know wth you be talking about. *crying emoji* Lord help me keep up because I need to get rid of this bad skin smh

[bbsail]

Good to know they exist. Nice to see you here

[bsahle]

I like the fact that you use scientific evidence to back your claim. Thank you.

[thefigureens]

Dr Stephens is my favorite skin care channel. Fun and informative. I’ve learned so much about skin and my routine has changed for the better since my introduction to her channel.

[Catie]

Thank you! I would like to see a full week skin routine for a person with hyperpigmentation. Like which product each day. Acids, masks, and exfoliating.

[xlrbllk]

I love seeing such an educated woman of color sharing truthful and insightful information, KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

[rayd]

I can’t believe I just discovered you Dr, love how u focus on inclusivity of trials and investigators. A wealth of scientific knowledge

[bestkksser]

Dear Person That's Reading This You May Be Goin Through Something But God Got U He Didn’t Bring You This Far To Quit.We Don’t Know Each Other But I Wish U All The Best In Life 2021 And Beyond.🇧🇸❤️~Marcia~

[edlin]

This is really interesting. In a lot of asian countries there are a lot of skin supplement with marine collagen, vitamin c, hyaluronic acid & glutathione all in 1 mostly in powder form (sometimes with pearl extract, lycopene, lutein, astaxhantin and/or sheep placenta). Its very common for us to take this supplement as young as 16 years old for our skin, hair, nails and bone health. On top of that, we avoid the sun like a plague, wear good sunscreen, good skincare and bodycare....That's why a lot of asians have such beautiful skin.