Seeing Spots

I have a confession to make: I have sun damage. I'm super preachy to everyone I know about sunscreen and how important it is to protect skin, but I inevitably encountered a few burns here and there and some general overexposure that resulted in a few pesky brown spots and an overall lackluster look. I'm always on the hunt for something that promises a glowing, even complexion and I've found a couple standout products that deliver on their promises.

Perricone MD Pigment Corrective System - combining a supplement with a topical, this two-part system banishes discoloration with Pycnogenol, a new ingredient derived from trees grown in the south of France that renew collagen and brighten skin. Vitamin C Ester increases skin's luminosity, while providing antioxidant protection and DMAE, a key Perricone ingredient firms, tones and diminishes fine lines and wrinkles. Just pop a capsule once a day, apply the topical twice daily and brown spots disappear before your eyes.

Clinique Even Better Skin Tone Corrector - easily incorporated into your existing regimen, this product lightens all types of spots - whether incurred from the sun, the aging process, even past acne scarring. As an added bonus, Even Better also refines skin's texture for an overall smooth look. Vitamin C and antioxidants combine with exfoliating ingredients to leave skin even toned in as little as four weeks. What I love most? The texture is super light and leaves skin with a nice satin finish, almost like a primer.

Once you're all even and glowing don't forget the sunscreen! Spots will pop right back up again if you aren't protecting your skin on a daily basis. My top pick: Peter Thomas Roth Instant Mineral SPF 30.