The Ordinary Pigmentation Routine

Looking for pigmentation regimen for your skin? Deciem have put together this simple regimen comprising of just 4 products from The Ordinary.

Please note that Deciem do say that their products are not for Melasma and you should consult with a specialist. We have some great posts about Melasma in the Deciem Chat Room and some members have found some products that have really helped but generally the melasma gets bad again once the summer is here.

Pigmentation Regimen
The Ordinary Pigmentation Regimen

Invest in a really good suncream, a fabulous hat and avoid direct sun.

  • Alpha Arbutin
  • Niacinamide
  • Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP)
  • Azelaic Acid

What Your Regimen Will Look Like

MorningCleanse | Alpha Arbutin | Niacinamide | MAP | SPF
EveningCleanse | Alpha Arbutin | Azelaic Acid

Deciem say you could add the vitamin c Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate Solution in the evening just before Azelaic Acid for added support.

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The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin

The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin
Pigmentation Regimen

Alpha Arbutin is a water based serum that helps fades dark spots and pigmentation. It can be used in the morning and evening by applying just a couple of drops to cleansed skin. Once you feel the Alpha Arbutin has been absorbed, apply Niacinamide followed by MAP.

  • Fades pigmentation
  • Dark Spots
  • When & How: Use AM & PM before oils / cream
  • No Conflicts.
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The Ordinary Niacinamide

Niacinamide
The Ordinary Niacinamide
Pigmentation Regimen

Niacinamide is a water based serum that regulates sebum and minimises pores. It can be used in the morning and the evening, although in this routine you would only use it once a day. Apply a few drops on top of the Alpha Arbutin and follow with MAP and your sun cream.

A common problem with Niacinamide is that people find it can foam a bit. Try using less product and patting the product on rather than rubbing it. Also make sure you skin is cleansed really well with no residue from your cleanser.

  • Regulates sebum
  • Minimises Pores
  • When & How: AM & PM before creams and oils
  • Conflicts: Vitamin C Ethylated Ascorbic Acid and ´L´Ascorbic Acid Powder.
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Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Magnesium Ascorbul Phosphate
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
The Ordinary Pigmentation Regimen

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a great vitamin c to use, especially if you’re new to skincare because it doesn’t have any conflicts. It´s a lovely emulsion which is applied after your water based products. It can be used in the morning and evening.

  • Brightens skin
  • Evens tone
  • Signs of ageing
  • When & How: AM & PM after water solutions
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Azelaic Acid

Azelaic Acid
The Ordinary Azelaic Acid
Pigmentation Regimen

Azelaic Acid is a fabulous emulsion product that brightens your skin and evens skin tone. It should preferably be used in the evening only as your final step in this routine.

  • Brightens
  • Evens skintone
  • Texture Irregularities
  • When & How: Preferably PM after water solution
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If you are new to The Ordinary and skincare in general, I highly recommend starting with a set regimen or asking Deciem for a personalised regimen where you will save time, money and a lot of stress.

You can find lots more Deciem regimens here and also useful guide about the How To Layer The Ordinary.