The Best Exfoliant for Hyperpigmentation Isn’t in Drugstores:
Published on: Apr 29, 2025
Words by
Dimitri James
You’ve seen it. Those dark spots and uneven patches that seem to appear out of nowhere. Sun damage, age, breakouts, and even hormones can leave behind discoloration that lingers. No matter how much makeup you use, hyperpigmentation always seems to peek through.
It’s one of the most common skin concerns: hyperpigmentation, dark spots, sun spots, and post-acne marks that make skin look older and uneven. If you’ve tried brightening creams, vitamin C serums, or harsh chemical peels without lasting success, you know how frustrating it can be.
I know, because I’ve struggled with it myself.
I’m Dimitri James, professional esthetician and founder of SKINN Cosmetics. For more than 30 years, I’ve been treating real people with real skin concerns. And hyperpigmentation is one of the most stubborn and misunderstood challenges I see.
Whats The Solution?
One client of mine, Yesenia, came to me with sun spots and uneven skin tone she had struggled to cover for years. She tried vitamin C serums, brightening creams, and expensive in-office treatments with little success.
I introduced her to DermAppeal, and within weeks her skin looked brighter, smoother, and more even. For the first time in years, she told me she felt confident leaving the house with less makeup.
That’s why DermAppeal is my #1 recommendation for dark spots and hyperpigmentation
The Solution: DermAppeal® Microdermabrasion Treatment
DermAppeal isn’t just another scrub. It’s my #1 selling treatment worldwide — in fact, one DermAppeal is sold every 60 seconds around the globe.
Here’s why:
Professional-grade crystals gently polish away dead skin cells where excess pigment builds up.
A stabilized form of Vitamin C helps brighten, restore, and visibly even skin tone.
Consistent exfoliation reveals fresh, healthy skin underneath, reducing the look of dark spots and discoloration over time.
This is the same professional method I use in my treatments to target hyperpigmentation, but now you can achieve it at home.
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How To Use DermAppeal®
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Start with clean, damp skin.
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Apply a thin layer of DermAppeal
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Let it grip for about 30 seconds.
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Gently buff in circular motions.
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Rinse to reveal smoother, brighter, more even-looking skin.
Pro Tip: Use 2–3 times per week. With the Pore Polishing Wand, you’ll get a spa-like experience at home that helps prevent future milia from forming.
What Is Hyperpigmentation?
Hyperpigmentation is when areas of the skin become darker due to an overproduction of melanin. These spots often show up as sun spots, age spots, melasma, or lingering post-acne marks. The result is uneven skin tone that can make skin look dull and older than it really is.
What It Isn’t
Hyperpigmentation is not something makeup can truly cover. Concealer may mask it for a few hours, but the discoloration remains underneath.
It does not go away on its own. Without the right treatment, dark spots can persist for months or even years.
It is not something acne products or basic scrubs can correct. Hyperpigmentation requires exfoliation and renewal to fade.
What You Shouldn't Do
Don't Rely On Concealer Alone. Makeup hides, but it never corrects. Don’t use overly harsh peels or bleaching creams that can irritate the skin and make dark spots worse.
Don't Give Up After One Product That Doesn't Work. Hyperpigmentation takes the right type of exfoliation to see results.
That’s why drugstore brightening creams, quick-fix kits, and endless layering of makeup don’t solve the problem. If you’ve tried any of these, you know the cycle: frustration, wasted money, and no lasting improvement.
I know how discouraging dark spots, sun spots, and hyperpigmentation can be. But you don’t have to live with them.
That’s why I created DermAppeal. Trusted by professionals, loved by customers worldwide, and now available in this exclusive 4oz size with a Pore Polishing Wand.
Start today — and after just one use, you’ll see why DermAppeal is sold every 60 seconds around the globe.
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What is your skin type? CombinationWhat is your age? 55 - 64What are your skin concerns? Dullness, Fine lines + wrinkles, Enlarged pores - GCGladys C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoReviewingDermappeal® Trial OfferDoes what it says
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