As we enter the season with strong UV rays, spots become a concern. Some people may apply sunscreen when they go out for a long time, but when they go out just to go shopping in the neighborhood, they don’t take any precautions against UV rays.
Exposure to UV rays even for a short time every day can accumulate and cause spots. Therefore, frequent UV protection is important to prevent spots.
To prevent spots, some people may take vitamin C preparations, use whitening skin care products, or undergo laser treatment at a cosmetic dermatologist. An easy way to combat spots in your daily lifestyle is to change your skin care products, such as lotion and emulsion, to ones that are effective against spots.
Therefore, this time I will introduce a lotion that is effective for spots.
- 1 Tips on how to choose a medicated lotion recommended for spots and freckles
- 2 6 medicated lotions recommended for spots
- 3 Precautions when using
- 4 Q&A regarding “spots” and “lotion”
- 5 Conclusions
Tips on how to choose a medicated lotion recommended for spots and freckles
There are two important points to consider when choosing a medicated lotion for spot prevention that is suitable for you.
・Active ingredients for spots and freckles
・Usability and price that affect whether you can continue to use the product
Each point will be explained in detail below.
Point1: Check active ingredients
Ingredients commonly included in medicated lotions for spots prevention include arbutin, vitamin C derivatives, 4MSK (4-methoxysalicylic acid potassium salt), and tranexamic acid.
Arbutin and vitamin C derivatives prevent melanin production and are effective in preventing age spots. 4MSK is a derivative of salicylic acid, and in addition to having the effect of preventing melanin production, it also has the function of excreting accumulated melanin. Tranexamic acid has anti-inflammatory properties and is effective against spots caused by inflammation.
Point2: Check the usability and usability
When using a product for the first time, it may be a good idea to pick up a tester at a physical store, or get a sample of the product if it is available.
Lotion comes in a variety of textures, from light to thick, and the feeling of use varies greatly.
You should also check whether the product has a scent that is pleasant to you and whether it is unscented, as this will affect whether you can continue using it.
Point3: Check price
Price ranges vary, including cosmetics from variety shops, counseling cosmetics from drugstores, and department store cosmetics.
One of the reasons why the price and quality of cosmetics do not match is that there is a difference between when the company conducts R&D, manufacturing, and sales, and when it outsources R&D and manufacturing to other companies and only sells it in-house. For example, the costs tend to be high.
Low-priced products may have fewer types and amounts of active ingredients, but just because they are cheaper does not necessarily mean they are less effective. Choose the product that suits you by taking into account its ingredients and ease of use.
6 medicated lotions recommended for spots
Below, I will introduce lotions that are recommended for spots. There are also products that can treat spots as well as dryness and whiten the entire skin, so please use this as a reference when choosing a lotion.
3 recommended lotions for those concerned about age spots and dryness
Lotion is used for moisturizing purposes, so most products contain moisturizing ingredients.
Among them, cosmetics targeted at people over 40, called anti-aging cosmetics, contain relatively large amounts of moisturizing ingredients. I will introduce three types of anti-blemish lotions, including age lotions.
Hada Labo Hakujun Medicated Whitening Lotion
Contains white tranexamic acid as an active whitening ingredient. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which helps prevent skin irritation. This medicated lotion contains vitamin C derivatives, vitamin E, pearl barley extract, and pearl barley fermentation liquid as skin conditioning and moisturizing ingredients, and also contains two types of hyaluronic acid as moisturizing ingredients.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
Tranexamic acid
DEW brightening lotion
A rich, thick lotion that quickly penetrates into the stratum corneum. Suppresses the production of melanin, prevents spots and freckles, and gives moisture to help you achieve clear, bright, firm skin.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
L-ascorbic acid 2-glucoside, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
ELIXIR White Clear Lotion
A medicated whitening lotion that provides transparency, uniform firmness, and long-lasting skin luster. Contains 4MSK (4-methoxysalicylic acid potassium salt), an active whitening ingredient that suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles. With moisture and smooth firmness, you can aim for skin that continues to shine every day.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
4MSK, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
3 recommended lotions for those who want to treat age spots and whiten their skin
In addition to lightening dark spots, I will introduce three types of lotions that have whitening effects on the entire skin.
Whitening lotion W moist type
Contains whitening ingredient arbutin and stable vitamin C derivative. Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles. It is also a whitening lotion that leaves your skin moist and moisturized.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
Arbutin, L-ascorbic acid 2-glucoside
ASTALIFT White Bright Lotion
[Product Features]
”Nano AMA+”, a composite ingredient of ”Nano AMA”, a nano-formed skin beautifying ingredient, and ”ferulic acid”, a component derived from rice bran, takes care of dullness. Aim for skin full of moisture and radiance.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
Arbutin, dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
TRANSINO Medicated Whitening Clear Lotion EX
Contains tranexamic acid, an active whitening ingredient. Furthermore, “penetration support ingredients” support the penetration of tranexamic acid and other substances. It has a comfortable feel that penetrates quickly and fills you with deep moisture. Conditions the skin and leads to fresh skin where beauty ingredients are easily absorbed.
[Efficacy]
Suppresses melanin production and prevents age spots and freckles
[Active Ingredient]
Tranexamic acid
Precautions when using
Below, I will tell you about the side effects of lotion, precautions for use, and whether it can be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Side effects of medicated lotions and who should be careful when using them and who should not use them
Some people may experience side effects such as rash or itching. In this case, some of the ingredients in the lotion may not be suitable for your skin.
Also, people with sensitive skin should be especially careful about side effects. The absorbed lotion ingredients have little effect on the fetus, so there is no problem using medicated lotions like those mentioned above.
However, many women’s skin changes during pregnancy and becomes sensitive, so be careful of symptoms such as rashes.
Cases in which it is better to visit a hospital
If your skin becomes red or itchy after using lotion, you may have a rash from the ingredients in the lotion.
If the symptoms are severe, it is recommended to apply an over-the-counter anti-itch medicine or consult a dermatologist.
Q&A regarding “spots” and “lotion”
I have compiled some frequently asked questions about spots and lotions.
Just because it’s cheap, like the ones sold at drugstores, doesn’t necessarily mean it’s less effective. Even though medicated lotions are in the low price range, they contain active ingredients that have been scientifically proven to be effective and have passed examinations.
However, because they are cheaper, they may contain fewer types of active ingredients.
Freckles are a type of age spots in a broad sense, but they appear from an early age depending on your genetic constitution. It becomes darker due to UV rays, so if you are concerned about it, it is important to take UV care and whitening care.
A whitening lotion that contains ingredients that eliminate melanin can be expected to be effective against freckles. For freckles, I recommend lotions containing vitamin C derivatives and tranexamic acid.
Conclusions
Once a spot has formed, it will not fade immediately. In addition to UV care to prevent spots from forming or getting dark, you can make spots lighter or less noticeable by taking measures against spots with your daily skin care routine.
There are many types of lotion with various functions, so if you are worried about spots, please use this as a reference when choosing a product.