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TRIGGERED by age, sun damage, hormones or genetics, hyperpigmentation is a common skincare concern that’s often hard to hide, slow to fade, and in some cases can be a long-term issue. Although completely removing the signs of hyperpigmentation is very difficult, there are steps you can take to reduce or prevent skin discoloration, helping your skin look younger for longer. Read on to discover what exactly hyperpigmentation is, what causes it and how you can treat it.

WHAT IS HYPERPIGMENTATION?

Hyperpigmentation refers to an overproduction of melanin (the natural pigments produced in our cells responsible for skin and hair colour) in specific areas of the skin,

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