Dark Spots

Dark Spots: What’s Really Causing Them (And What Usually Makes Them Worse)

Most dark spots aren’t caused by “lack of products” — they’re caused by irritation, inflammation, and barrier damage over time.

IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION

Dark spots can appear even if you don’t use skincare at all.

Hormones, sun exposure, genetics, acne healing, and inflammation are common causes.

Many women develop dark spots naturally — without doing anything “wrong”.

THE TWO REAL CAUSES OF DARK SPOTS

1️⃣ Naturally triggered pigmentation

  • Hormonal changes (melasma)
  • Sun exposure
  • Post-acne marks
  • Genetics
  • Inflammation

2️⃣ Pigmentation worsened by skincare

  • Over-exfoliation
  • Strong acids
  • Vitamin C irritation
  • Retinoids used too aggressively
In both cases, skin barrier health determines whether dark spots fade — or become permanent.

WHY DARK SPOTS STAY LONGER THAN THEY SHOULD

When the skin barrier is weakened, the skin becomes more reactive to inflammation.Inflammation triggers melanin production which makes dark spots darker, deeper, and harder to fade.

WHERE SKINCARE MAKES DARK SPOTS WORSE

Many people try to fix dark spots by layering actives:

  • exfoliating acids
  • vitamin C
  • retinoids
  • brightening serums

But when the barrier is already compromised, these ingredients can:

  • increase irritation
  • trigger inflammation
  • worsen pigmentation
Dark spots aren’t stubborn, the skin is overwhelmed.

COLLAGLOW POSITIONING

Brightening only works when the skin is stable. CollaGlow approaches dark spots differently:

  • Repair the barrier first
  • Calm inflammation
  • Then support gradual, safe brightening

WHAT ACTUALLY HELPS DARK SPOTS

What skin needs before it can brighten

Checklist style:

  • Reduced inflammation
  • Strong, intact skin barrier
  • Gentle hydration
  • Sun protection
  • Fewer, safer products

Healthy skin fades pigmentation naturally. Damaged skin holds onto it.

Understand Your Skin Barrier
Because recovery comes before results.