Non-sticky, light, safe & high Sun Protection

Do you usually experience sun allergy, heavy textured sun screens and uncomfortable feeling on your skin? Believe me, I'm the worst customer when it comes to sunbathing or seaside activities in general. Sun is the worst enemy for my pale, freckled skin even if I exclusively hide under pine trees when I'm on vacation. Sun damage is my worst fear and due to irresponsible sunbathing in the past, I've accumulated quite a few dark spots. Every now and then (but not as often as in the past) I hear a grandma or a grandpa saying to me I really need a stroll on the pure sun due to my pale, unhealthy skin. How ironic is that? With years, we finally started to talk about sun damage and sun cancer and I can't emphasise how important is sun protection to avoid health issues and ageing skin in the future years. Along with common sunburns I often experience sun allergy with incorrect selection of sun screens. Mix of sun, sweating, salt and chemicals irritate my skin and leave a bittersweet taste to my holiday experience. That's why I always stick with what I know best - sun screens that minimally or never irritate my skin along with other factors. Again, Eucerin is my long term partner in crime against sun allergy and heavy, sticky textures. Sun Creme-Gel and Transparent Sun Sprays were my go-to products for a couple of seasons. This year, Eucerin released Transparent Sun Spray Dry Touch in convenient spray bottle and ultra light texture for oily, acne skintypes. Even though I have generally normal to dry skin, I hate heavy textured sun screens that make me feel uncomfortable. If I take into consideration my previous experiences with lightweight textures from Eucerin, I haven't had any sunburns whatsoever.

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Ali ponavadi na morju doživljate sončno alergijo, težke teksture sončnih krem in neprijeten občutek na koži? Verjemite mi ko rečem da sem najslabši gost na soncu. Sonce je največji sovražnik moje blede pegaste kože kljub temu, da se na morju ponavadi skrivam pod borovci. Sončne opekline in nevarnosti so moj strah ker sem imela v preteklosti veliko neprijetnih opeklin in posledično pridobila tudi nekaj temnih madežev in znamenj. Vsake toliko časa mi kakšna prijazna starejša gospa ali gospod svetuje sprehod po soncu zaradi blede, nezdrave kože. Ironično, da še danes bleda koža spominja na bolezen ali nezdravo telo kljub neštetim opozorilom o nevarnostih sončnih žarkov. Sama ne morem dovolj poudariti kako pomembna je sončna zaščita, da se izognete zdravstvenim težavam, kožnemu raku in prehitremu staranju kože. Jaz sem odličen primer za nezdrav vpliv sončnih žarkov iz preteklosti. Poleg opeklin velikokrat doživljam tudi alergijo zaradi kombinacije sonca, kemikalij, soli in potenja. Zato poizkušam vedno ostati pri preverjenih sončnih kremah, ki minimalno dražijo kožo. Kot sem že neštetokrat omenila, z Eucerinom se sedaj zvesto bojujem proti sončni alergiji in težkim, zadušljivim teksturam. Sun prozoren sprej in Sun gel sta stalnica že iz prejšnjih sezon, letos pa je Eucerin dodal v mojo zbirko še Sun Dry Touch transparentni sprej ZF 50+. Sprej je v embalaži aerosola, ki omogoča enostavno nanašanje in ultra lahko teksturo, primerno za vse tipe aknaste in mastne kože. Čeprav imam sama normalno/suho kožo po telesu, sovražim zadušljive kreme zaradi katerih se počutim neprijetno in lepljivo. Če povežem izkušnje iz prejšnjih sezon z Eucerinom, nisem imela opeklin že lep čas, hkrati pa se na plaži ne bleščim kot ''belo čudo'' zaradi belih sledi zastarelih sončnih krem.

Transparent Sun Spray Dry Touch SPF 50 defends from UVA and UVB sun rays. It's waterproof, non-sticky and extremely light in texture. You can easily apply it with a spray pump on the go. Sun screen doesn't transfer evenly on the skin as a mist but instead, it comes out in small ''piles'' for rubbing it into the skin afterwards. Product itself is pretty liquidy, slightly yellow tinted and smells alcoholy with application. You need to rub it across your skin quite fast as it sinks into the skin in terms of seconds. It leaves non-sticky feeling, almost as if you're not wearing any sun screen. It's great for any outside activities when you're sweating or avoiding sun screen due to heavy, suffocating feeling. The downside is alcohol as it is the main ingredient for making the texture lightweight and non-sticky. Do consider that if you're choosy about ingredients. I personally don't have a problem with it. Sensitive skin should also tolerate this product as it is dermatologically tested. It contains antioxidant Licochalcon A known for anticancer, antibacterial and antiviral properties as it protects skin cells against free radicals damage.

Sun Dry Touch transparentni sprej ZF 50+ ščiti pred UVA in UVB žarki. Je vodoodporen, nelepljiv in zelo lahkoten. Z enostavnim nanosom je odličen pri športu in na poti. Sama krema se ne nanaša kot sprej ampak prihaja iz tube v ''otočkih'' tekočinaste kreme. Tako je treba zaščito hitro razmazati z rokami saj se vpije v času sekund. Tekočina je prozorna, malce rumenkasta in diši po alkoholu. Pusti nelepljiv občutek, se ne masti in ne prenaša po oblačilih. Sprej je odličen za zunanje aktivnosti kjer se veliko potite. Zadušljiv občutek na koži je tako preteklost. Edina negativna stran je ogromna količina alkohola ki sicer omogoča lahko, hitro vpijajočo teksturo. Če se alkohola kot sestavine izogibate, potem vzemite to v razmislek. Sama sicer nimam problemov s to sestavino, hkrati pa je po navedbah znamke sprej primeren za občutljiv tip kože. Produkt je tudi dermatološko testiran. Vsebuje Licochalcon A, antioksidant, ki je poznan po anti-virusnem, antibakterijskem, anti-kancerogenem delovanju saj zaščiti globlje plasti kože pred prostimi radikali.

Considering light texture, I'm pleased with the product. It's not sticky, doesn't transfer and protects my skin against UVA and UVB sun rays. Now the big test is always at the seaside so I'll update you on the durability of the actual amount (200 ml) and personal experience with any possible sun allergies. Using a Transparent Sun Spray in the past, it's not likely that Eucerin sun screens would irritate my pale skin. Transparent Sun Spray Dry Touch usually retails between 20-16€. You can find Eucerin on FeelUnique, Boots. Stay safe and get yourself a new sun protector each year/season!

Če vzamem v razmislek samo teksturo in učinkovitost, sem z izdelkom zadovoljna. Sprej ni lepljiv, se ne pozna na oblačilih in učinkovito ščiti pred žarki. Preizkusila sem ga že pri zunanjih aktivnostih, pravi test pa šele prihaja na dopustu. V prihodnosti Vas bom obvestila in posodobila opis o sami količini spreja (vsebuje 200 ml) in osebni izkušnji s sončno alergijo. Če sklepam da nisem imela problemov s podobnim Transparentnim Sun sprejem v preteklosti, upam, da tudi Sun Dry Touch sprej ne bo dodatno dražil moje blede kože. Sun Dry Touch transparentni sprej ZF 50+ se ponavadi prodaja za okoli 20-16€, odvisno od same sezone. Trenutno je v akciji za okoli 16€ po lekarnah v Sloveniji in na Lekarnarju. Več o samem izdelku in sestavinah si lahko preberete tukaj. Ostanite zdravi in zaščiteni ter ne pozabite menjati sončno zaščito vsako leto!

Cell Activation for Hydrated Skin: Eucerin AQUAporin Active SPF25

New addition to Eucerin family is renewed line called AQUAporin Active, consisting of 3 face creams. Older, Aquaporin release was a huge success treating dry skin. Now, what's the most fascinating thing about AQUAporin Active line is that it helps to preserve and raise hydration in your skin through cell activation. How? If you were paying attention to biology lessons, you've probably heard about aquaporines. If not, they are key cell ''organs'' for maintaining and regulating water input between cells and outer world. A single Eucerin AQUAporin Active cream can improve aquaporines to retain more water in cells than usual. Sounds a bit freaky, right? But if they're correct, results could be pretty amazing since everything starts, after all, in cells. Study showed improvement in hydration even after 3 days of regular use of AQUAporin Active line.

Nedavno je v Eucerinovi družini izdelkov doživela prenovo linija AQUAporin Active ki vključuje tri različne obrazne kreme. Starejša verzija AQUAporin Active je že doživela velik uspeh tako na tujem kot domačem trgu, saj so kreme občutno izboljšale vse znake dehidrirane in suhe kože. Nova linija tako ohranja vlago in hkrati viša nivo vlažnosti kože skozi aktivacijo določenih delov kožne celice. Kako? Če ste slučajno posvečali kaj pozornosti biologiji v šolskih dneh potem ste že slišali za akvaporine. Če ne, Vam lahko na kratko osvežim spomin. Akvaporini so kot nekakšni ključni ''organi'' celice, ki skrbijo za ravnovesje vode v celici in med celicami. Več kot jih celica ima, večji je pretok vode. Le krema Eucerin AQUAporin Active lahko pospeši število akvaporinov in s tem poveča tudi navlaženost kože. Sliši se dokaj nenavadno, moram priznati. Če so trditve resnične, so lahko rezultati sijajni glede na to, da se vse skupaj, konec koncev, začne v sami celici. Študije so pokazale, da je izboljšana navlaženost kože prisotna tudi 3 dni po redni uporabi AQUAporin Active kreme.

Eucerin AQUAporin Active SPF25 + UVA Protection (50ml for around 17,99€) combines ultra hydrating daily cream and high protection. It's suitable for all skintypes, even most sensitive, and doesn't irritate the skin. Due to SPF25 cream itself looks slightly yellow in the pot. You can easily break it out in all seasons for protection while still hydrating your delicate skin. Eucerin creams are usually pretty rich while this particular product seems to be something in between. Texture is actually really bouncy on the touch. Mousse-like consistency has a gel-water effect but it's still slightly thick due to sun screen. Watery yet firm. I find it a bit too sticky and rich for every day in ultra hot summer days but pleasant enough, compared to other sunscreens. You can definitely feel it once it's on your skin. Smell is similar to standard sunscreens - a bit chemically but neutral. Gluco-glycerol is also the key ingredient for raising the number of aquaporins in cells and bounding water to cells.

Eucerin AQUAporin Active SPF25 + UVA Protection (50ml za okoli 17,99€, trenutno v setu na Lekarnar) je kombinacija kreme za globinsko vlaženje in visoke zaščite pred soncem. Linija je primerna za vse tipe kože, tudi najbolj občutljive, in ne draži. Ker ima krema zaščitni faktor 25 krema izgleda v embalaži malce rumenkasta. Krema se z lahkoto uporablja v vseh letnih časih, saj ima idealno ravnovesje kremne teksture in vodenega občutka, podobnega žele-ju. Ponavadi so Eucerin kreme res dokaj bogate v teksturi, ta krema pa je mešanica bogate teksture in lahkotne osnove. Na prvi dotik je krema dokaj vodena in se s pritiskom prsta začuti ''žele efekt''. Vodena in hkrati čvrsta tekstura. Kljub zanimivi kombinaciji se lahko kremo čuti na obrazu. Sicer ni najbolj primerna izbira za zelo vroče dni, je pa dokaj prizanesljiva za srednje in malo višje temperature. Vonj je podoben normalnim sončnim kremam - malce kemičen ampak nevtralen vonj. Gliko-glicerol je tudi glavna sestavina izdelka, ki pospešuje število akvaporinov v celicah in s tem poveča vlažnost kože. 

AQUAporin Active SPF25 is rich yet hydrating but still protects from sun rays. It's not the most lightweight daily cream on the market but moussey enough to opposes other daily sunscreens. I could easily see it as a great all year rounder as it is highly hydrating. All season alternative for making those aquaporines work and fight dry skin. Eucerin is dermatologically tested and suitable for sensitive skin. Eucerin is avaliable in most European pharmacies and also on Escentual (currently only old version).

AQUAporin Active SPF25 je po teksturi bogata in hkrati lahka krema, ki zaščiti pred sončnimi žarki. Krema sicer ni idealna za zelo vroča poletja ker tekstura ni ravno najbolj vodena, vendar nikakor ni težka kot navadne sončne kreme. Sklepam, da sta verjetno sta ostali dve kremi brez zaščitnega faktorja lažji po teksturi. Krema je lahko odlična izbira skozi celo leto, predvsem ko imate težave s suho ali dehidrirano kožo ter suhimi, luskastimi predeli. Je celoletna izbira če želite, da se Vaši akvaporini potrudijo v boju proti izsušeni koži. Eucerin je dermatološko potrjen in primeren za vse tipe občutljive kože. Eucerin lahko najdete v bližnji lekarni po 17,99€ ter si lahko ogledate produkte na njihovi strani Eucerin.si.

Eucerin Even Brighter Test

Eucerin has some of my favourite skincare that targets common skin issues. It's a well loved brand by dermatologists and highly suitable for sensitive skin as Eucerin has ''fully dermo-cosmetics'' approach. While the packaging and concepts aren't as inviting as with other pharmacy-based French skincare, Eucerin delivers high quality, safe ingredients and advanced German technology. I've always adored their sun care because of fully protected skin without any allergies. We could say that German quality of skincare is pretty similarly compared to German car industry - simple, effective, modern, high quality and no unnecessary embellishments. And there's nearly no coincidence Eucerin comes from same family tree as oldie goldie Nivea - Beiersdorf. Ever since I remember, my mom always used Eucerin targeted skincare for hyperpigmentation. With growing up, I started to trust Eucerin myself. Along with Eucerin Sun protection, I also recommend Even Brighter range for excessive hyperpigmentation, dark spots or acne residue.

Eucerin je vsekakor znamka, ki me že spremlja dolga leta. Je moja najljubša izbira za ciljno zdravljenje kožnih problemov in vsakdanjih tegob. Eucerin je priljubljen med dermatologi in stoji na konceptu popolnega dermokozmetičnega pristopa z medicinskim sodelovanjem. Čeprav Eucerin ni poznan po čudoviti embalaži in nenavadnih konceptih kot ostala skoraj ''načičkana'' francoska podjetja, je še vedno odličen v kvaliteti, varnih sestavinah in napredni nemški tehnologiji. Kar bi skoraj lahko primerjali z avtomobilsko industrijo kjer so Nemci poznani po visoki kvaliteti, čistih linijah, učinkovitosti in modernem pridihu brez nepotrebnih dodatkov. Sama se že leta zanašam na njihovo sončno linijo za zaščito kože ker mi enostavno ne draži kože, ne dobim alergij in čudovito zaščiti bledo kožo. Tudi teksture so lahke ampak učinkovite. Ni naključje, da je tako uspešna znamka pod enakim okriljem kot tradicionalna Nivea - Beiersdorf. Odkar pomnim, sta Nivea in Eucerin stalnica pri moji družini, vključno z nego hiperpigmentacije. Z odraščanjem, sem tudi sama posvojila zaupanje do Eucerina. Poleg zaščitnih krem za sonce, sem navdušena nad Even Brighter linijo že leta, ki se bojuje z odvečno hiperpigmentacijo, pegami, temnimi madeži in ostanki aken. 

I've talked about hyperpigmentation previously here. Eucerin Even Brighter Day Cream (50 ml, around 26€ ) is designed to suit any skin type with pigmentation problems. As it's meant to be a daily cream, it contains high sun protection of SPF30 to end further pigmentation production. Along with protection, daily cream also treats darker pigmentation and slowly fades any darker problem areas. B-resorcinol and  Glycyrrhetinic acid helps to minimise the production of melanin and boost natural skin renewal. Eucerin claims that with regular use and after 4 weeks, you will notice a difference in saturation of hyperpigmentation. Now let's talk about my own personal experience. With over two months of use, I can surely share my observations. Summer is actually not the most appropriate season to fairly evaluvate hyperpigmentation as the sun naturally brings out melanin even more. I would definitely recommend using potent treatments for melanin in Fall and Winter for more visible results. Surely, an extra sun protection is never a burden. Eucerin Even Brighter Day Cream did minimise my freckles without any harsh chemicals. It did not remove any of my dark spots but only lightened a few areas. Results are mostly visible only on lighter pigmentation area. With main benefit, daily cream also tremendously nourish mature, dry and normal skin types. Texture is quite rich and thick with a slight shiny residue. Daily cream is definitely not a best match for oily skin. It contains generous 50ml that will last you for at least 2-3 months. You can read about ingredients here. 

Eucerin Even Brighter dnevna krema (50ml, okoli 26€ na Lekarnar ) je ustvarjena za vsak tip kože, ki ima težave z hiperpigmentacijo. Ker je krema dnevna, vsebuje visok zaščitni faktor 30 za zaščito pred nadaljnjo tvorbo odvečnega melanina.  Poleg zaščite, krema prav tako poskrbi za zmanjšanje videza pigmentnih madežev. B-resorcinol in gliciretinska kislina zmanjšata videz pigmenta in spodbujata naravni proces obnove kože. Učinek naj bi bil viden že po 4 tednih z redno uporabo. Po dveh mesecih uporabe naj zaupam še moje lastne izkušnje. Čeprav poletje ni najbolj optimalen mesec za vidne spremembe pigmentnih madežev (sonce naravno potemni madeže čez poletje), so rezultati vseeno vidni. Svetujem sicer, da se za vidnejše učinke lotite nege jeseni ali pozimi. Kljub temu, dobra krema in zaščitni faktor nikakor ne škodujeta tudi poleti. Krema je zmanjšala vidnost svetlejših madežev brez močnih kemikalij kar je dokaj velik dosežek sam po sebi. Nikakor ni vidnejših sprememb na trdovratnejših, temnejših madežih in ne odstranjuje popolnoma pigmentacije. Poleg zmanjšanja melanina je krema prav tako zelo negovalna za zrelo, suho in normalno kožo. Tekstura je bogata in gosta ter pusti zdrav sijaj. Vsebuje dobrih 50ml, ki bodo zdržali vsaj 2-3 mesece redne uporabe. Sestavine is lahko ogledate tukaj. 

Eucerin Even Brighter Concentrate (30ml, around 30,50€) is the most potent version of Even Brighter range. If you're striving for best results, Concentrate is the answer. As the name suggest, it's highly concentrated formula of B-resorcinol for effective melanin reduce. 30ml of Concentrate is divided into 6 tubes of 5ml content for fresh texture, Eucerin advises to use Concentrate under Day Cream for the best results. Formula is definitely a lot lighter compared to Day Cream, similar to usual serum texture. It's a bit liquidy but still thick enough to be used on it's own (which I don't recommend without SPF). One tube will last you for around 6-10 applications. I've experienced better results with combination of Concentrate and Day Cream, compared to my previous experiences with only Day Cream. If you're deciding in between these two products, Concentrate is more effective. Still, Day Cream is a lovely multi-purpose day cream with protection, hyperpigmentation reducing ingredients and perfect texture for makeup base. Ingredients are listed here.  

Eucerin Even Brighter Koncentrat (30ml, okoli 30,40€ na Lekarnar) je najmočnejša, najučinkovitejša verzija za celoten obraz v Even Brighter liniji. Za najboljši rezultat je koncentrat prava izbira. Kot že samo ime pove, je visoka koncentracija B-resorcinola bolj učinkovita pri manjšanju melanina. 30ml Koncentrata je razdeljenih v 6 tub po 5ml za svežo vsebino.  Eucerin priporoča uporabo koncentrata in kreme skupaj za boljši rezultat.  Formula je vsekakor lahkotnejša in bolj tekoča, podobna teksturi običajnih serumov. Uporablja se lahko posamično, vendar priporočam hkratno uporabo zaščitnega faktorja. Ena tubica bo dovolj za 6-10 uporab. Vsekakor sem opazila boljše rezultate s kombinacijo koncentrata in kreme kot pa z uporabo same dnevne kreme v preteklosti. Če se odločate za en izdelek iz te linije, svetujem Koncentrat. Kljub temu je dnevna krema čudovit večnamenski izdelek z zaščito, nežnimi sestavinami in odlično teksturo za uporabo pred ličili. Sestavine najdete tukaj. 

If you ever want to fight hyperpigmentation or dark spots, Eucerin is your first choice. While there's a lack of products that clinically target hyperpigmentation, Eucerin is actually your best bet. It's safe, effective, non-comedogenic, great makeup base and dermatologically approved. When it comes to bleaching or drastically minimising hyperpigmentation, I wouldn't experiment with unapproved and harsh chemicals as you can do a lot more damage to your skin. Eucerin is available in Europe, usually in pharmacies, online or at dermatologist's office. In Slovenia, Eucerin is in almost every pharmacy, online and DM stores. Wear SPF, stay out of sun and take care of your skin.

Če se želite boriti proti hiperpigmentaciji iz udobja Vašega doma, je Eucerin vsekakor pravšnji naslov. Na tržišču je dokaj pomanjkljiva izbira tovrstnih produktov. Eucerin kozmetika je varna, dermatološko testirana, učinkovita in odlična kot podlaga pred ličili. Ko pogovor steče o beljenju in drastičnem zmanjšanju videza pigmentnih madežev, sama nikakor ne bi eksperimentirala z neodobrenimi kemikalijami ali produkti. Ustvari lahko več škode kot koristi. Eucerin je na voljo v skoraj vsaki lekarni, na spletu in v DM trgovinah.  Nanašajte zaščitni faktor, izogibajte se soncu in skrbite za svojo kožo.

Hyperpigmentation & Dark Spot Treatment

I've been dealing with freckles my whole life, ever since I was a young child. With years passing by, my skin slowly reacted to all sorts of factors, which contributed to dark spots and freckles in general. From harmful sun rays, up to hormones and my very own genes. And while there's lots of talk about acne consciousness, there's not a lot of raised dust around hyperpigmentation and post-acne dark spots. And trust me, they equally leave an impact on your self confidence. I never really understood why I'm so different, referred to my classmates or friends. Super pale skin and freckles are definitely not ''the ideal skin'' everyone would want in this society. It affected my relationships and self-esteem as I wasn't considering myself love-worthy person transitioning to adolescence...just because of my skin. And it's wrong, totally wrong to judge yourself after your appearance or self-perceptive faults...but sadly, it's a common part of adolescence. With adulthood, I sort of started to accept my overly pigmented and ''different'' skin, yet I'm always on a hunt after ''radiance boosting'' or hyperpigmentation skincare. They are certainly not efficient enough to totally remove any sort of dark spots but with regular use, they help to minimise the appearance of melanin pigments. Meaning, your dark areas or freckles will be still visible but slightly less saturated. If not anything else, they raise radiance, mildly regulate melanin, slightly boosts up confidence and lower self-awareness.

What should you look after when buying products for hyperpigmentation? 

- Hydroquinone & Kojic Acid are controversial ingredients since they are the most effective ingredients, yet they can leave negative side effects and burns

- Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic acid) (basically lemons) help to lighten dark spots. Try using lemon as a toner, you'll see effects in terms of weeks. On the market, there's also loads of different products with Vitamin C for easier application.

- Glycyrrhetinic acid works antibacterial and helps to renew cells

- AHA/BHA acids are known for renewing your upper skin layer, yet they're not too aggressive.

- Lactic, salicylic, glycolic & azelaic acids also help to minimise the appearance of hyperpigmentation.

- Retinoids & resorcinol are usually used in skincare for dark spots. They are safe for skin yet help to regulate melanin and it's development.

- Physical sun protection is a must. I don't trust only chemical sun protectors, preferably choose physical protection with white cast or a mix of physical/chemical protection.

On European market, there's not a lot of serious hyperpigmentation treatments. Of course, with trend, there are slowly popping out radiance products, which help to regain either glow or minimise the look of pigments with illuminating particles or mild ingredients. Asian market is on the opposite, totally flooded with brightening skincare. For years, I've been faithful to Eucerin. It's a German brand, targeting specific skin problems, tremendously recommended by dermatologists. It's not as highly marketed and ''chic looking'' as other pharmacy brands, but the products work. They are specialised for atopic skin, hypigmentation, ageing skin and other skin issues. I've using their Anti Pigment Serum for years but it was slowly replaced by Even Brighter range. Even Brighter Concentrate (30ml, 30,45€) offers highly concentrated formula to effect melanin creation and reduce the appearance of dark pigments, while Daily Cream (50ml, 26,17€) helps to protect and work on milder level along with SPF 30. Glycyrrhetinic acid and resorcinol B are the main ingredients which help to fade dark pigments with time. Results usually show up after 4 weeks. For now, I'm quite happy with slightly faded freckles and I find Eucerin the most effective skincare brand for hyperpigmentation on European market.

Paula's Choice is a totally new brand to me. It's like I was living under a big rock and suddenly I've experienced skincare enlightenment. I adore their Resist Weekly Resurfacing Treatment with 10% AHA acids (60ml, 38,91€). It's like a liquid gold. You know how it's like to have a perfect skincare routine but your skin is a step away from being perfect? I never had any major issues apart from pigmentation but this tremendously improved my skin to the point, that is almost perfect. It got rid of flaky areas, it tightened pores and re-construct my skin texture. Along with that, it also helps to remove upper dead skin layer since it chemically exfoliates your skin with fruit acids. Consequently, it faded out some of my dark spots. I use only a tiny amount 1-2 times a week. Skin Recovery Daily Moisturising Lotion (60ml, currently on offer 28,71€) with SPF 30 contains a combination of physical and chemical sun protection for sensitive, dry skin. It's perfect! Texture is silky smooth and lightweight, yet it leaves only the slightest white cast. I love it for every day and I'll slowly need another backup.

Along with hyperpigmentation treatment, sun protection and resurfacing acids, I also found two different alternatives. While all mentioned products work amazingly, they also have higher price tag. If you're on a budget, you can find European drugstore version in DM. Balea Dunkle Flecken Aufheller (30ml, around 4-6€) comes in night and day version. While it does have a slightly bitter lemony scent, it also works to some limited extent. It does helps to maintain lighter pigments while it doesn't whiten. Contains Vitamin C and E which also work as an extra protection. I would suggest picking up night version as it is slightly more effective. Although, results can't be comparable to higher-end treatments. Another organic and natural alternative is Melvita Nectar Bright range (36,60-48,80€), consisting of eye cream, essence, cream and concentrate. They are all made out of white flowers which help to reduce dark spots with time. Indeed, skin looks more radiant with first use, but I can't comment on effects with extended use. Also, I'm intrigued by their lily's oil which supposedly reduces melanin and helps with stubborn dark spots. You can always ask Melvita's team for mini testers before purchasing. 

And while you can mildly treat pigmentation at home, we shouldn't forget about perception of your own skin. Hyperpigmentation happens and we shouldn't blame ourselves (still, we need to protect from the sun) neither should we feel ashamed. There are various reasons, from genetic up to environmental factors. After-pregnancy pigmentation and ageing hyperpigmentation are also common. Hyperpigmentation shouldn't interfere with our daily activities and on our self-esteem. Especially if you're an adolescent. Embrace your skin, while you can always cover certain areas with highly pigmented concealers or foundations. As for skincare, don't expect any miracles. They can lighten certain dark spots or areas but can't totally erase skin issues. I will review some of the mentioned products more indepth within next few months. 

About freckles: Eucerin Anti-pigment creme

Sometimes I fell such a jerk, when it comes to my freckles. I really wish I wouldn't have them and I'm always on a search for products that may help me with this issue. A lot of people say comments like: ''Oh my gosh, your freckles are so cute'' or '' I wish I had some freckles on my face''. Believe me people, there's no fun having them. I'd rather have a bunch of acne on my face than freckles. At least it's treatable in some way.
As I said, I tend to make my freckles less noticeable so I came over the Eucerin Anti-pigment creme which promises to banish pigmentation on the face in 4-8 weeks.

HOW IT WORKS AND FOR WHO?

As we all know, pigmentation is caused by too much melanin on certain area. That includes freckles, age spots and other pigmented marks. Eucerin Anti pigment creme helps to reduce the appearance of pigmentation with DIOIC ACID but doesn't completely remove them. Dioic acid reduces the amount of pigment and slows down melanin synthesis. That means that it inhibits skin melanin to make more pigmentation and it evens out the complexion (skin tone).

With SPF 30 + UVA also protects from the sun on the daily basis. It's also really hydrating and a good make-up base.

It claims this creme is perfect for women with pigmentation and those over 40-50 with age spots.

PRICE RANGE

Price is quite high for a moisturizer with 50ml - 26€ in the pharmacy. There's not a lot of pigmentation reducing creme that really work so I understand price point. Bottle is also porcelain with a good functioning pump so that's a part of the price too.

MY OPINION

Where to start...

As a moisturizer: My skin is feeling really soft afterwards and it's literally glowing. Looks really hydrated, but I combine it with a hydrating serum. The consistency is quite liquidy so it's perfect to mix it with serums.

As a make-up base: A great make-up base. As I said, skin looks hydrated (almost at the border of oily, but that's good for my dry skin) and the foundation applies and spreads out easily.

As an anti-pigment treatment: I did notice a difference after 2 weeks. My freckles became much more lighter and less noticeable as stated on the bottle. People also asked me if I wear a foundation (when I didn't) which is quite a good result. The only downfall: Freckles become the same when you stop using the moisturizer and you're on a sun light for a long time (in the summer). So I don't bother to use Eucerin Anti-pigment in the summer, cuz' it's almost pointless. I use it only in the winter, fall and maybe spring.

I don't think this product can impact on your actual tanning ability but it can make your entire face skin a bit more lighter (I didn't notice though).

OVERALL

It's a good product. I like the fact that it has an SPF+ UVA protection, it's lightweight, hydrating and a perfect make-up base. The dioic acid and anti-pigment function is just a really great bonus for my skin. Eucerin has never let me down, including this product.

Rating: 3,5 out of 5 (I'd like to see better and permanent results on my freckles)

Hope it helps,