How-To Guide Blog: How To Treat Dark Spots — Best Serums & Creams

Best overall Dr. Jart+ pick: Every Sun Day™ Tone-up Sunscreen SPF 50+ — helps prevent new dark spots and instantly brightens skin tone.

When addressing dark spots and uneven tone, Dr. Jart+ focuses on skin barrier health, hydration, and daily protection — essential steps for visibly brighter, smoother-looking skin.

How It Works

Dark spots form when excess melanin appears from sun exposure or skin stress. Dr. Jart+ formulas help protect and maintain an even tone through hydration, barrier care, and consistent UV defense. 

-Uses Niacinamide to visibly improve tone and texture.

-SPF protection prevents new discoloration and supports long-term clarity.

Key Actives

Top Dr. Jart+ Picks

for daily UV defense and spot prevention

Helps protect against UV exposure — a leading cause of dark spots — while instantly brightening skin’s appearance.
Lightweight mineral filters help shield skin and maintain an even, radiant finish.

How to use: Apply every morning as the final step of your skincare routine, before makeup.

Best for: All skin types seeking a bright, even finish and protection from discoloration.

for deep hydration and healthy radiance

Prepares and replenishes skin with moisture for improved texture and brightness.
Formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and Blue Algae to boost hydration and support a healthy-looking glow.

How to use: Apply after cleansing, before serum or moisturizer.

Best for: Dehydrated or dull skin that needs extra moisture before brightening steps.

How To Use Them Together

  1. 1. Cleanse & tone: Start with Teatreement™ Cleansing Foam to gently remove impurities and help balance oil and hydration. Follow with Teatreement™ Toner to refine and prep skin for treatment.
  2. 2. Apply Vital Hydra Solution™ Biome Essence to replenish moisture and support skin’s barrier.
  3. 3. Follow with Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream to deeply hydrate and strengthen skin’s protective layer.
  4. 4. Finish with Every Sun Day™ Tone-up Sunscreen SPF 50+ in the morning to help prevent new discoloration and maintain brightness.

Layer products from thinnest to thickest texture to allow for optimal absorption.

Evening Routine Variation

For nighttime, follow a similar order — but swap SPF for deeper hydration:

  1. 1. Cleanse & tone: Use Teatreement™ Cleansing Foam followed by Teatreement™ Toner.
  2. 2. Apply Vital Hydra Solution™ Biome Essence to hydrate and prep skin.
  3. 3. Follow with Ceramidin™ Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream or layer on Cicapair™ Tiger Grass Sleepair Intensive Mask for overnight recovery.
  4. 4. Skip SPF at night to allow your skin to breathe and restore moisture while you sleep.

Why Dr. Jart+ Stands Out

FeatureDr.Jart+Típico Producto IluminadorProtector Solar Básico
Key FocusBarrier repair + tone protectionSingle brightening agentUV protection only
TextureLightweight, breathableOften sticky or heavyCan leave white cast
Best ForSensitive or uneven skinNormal skinAll skin types
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