Dark Spots GONE: My Ultimate Routine for Hyperpigmentation & Radiant Glowing Skin | Dr. Sam Ellis

Dr. Sam Ellis November 7, 2025
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Dr. Sam Ellis

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NEW VIDEOS GO LIVE EVERY FRIDAY AT 12pm ET/9am PT! Hi! I'm a Board-Certified Dermatologist based in Danville, California. Welcome to my channel! My goal is to answer all your skincare and treatment questions, share honest skincare product reviews, and give you a peek into my life as a dermatologist. Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaellis

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Hyperpigmentation, dark spots, melasma, acne marks—whatever you have, I know how frustrating uneven skin tone can be. In this video, I’m walking you through the exact routine I recommend to my patients, and that I use myself, to fade pigmentation safely and effectively. We’ll talk through ingredients that actually work and I’ll share my favorite dermatologist-approved products for every budget. Thank you Dermstore for sponsoring this video. Enjoy 15% off off your favorites using code DRSAM at checkout. WATCH: Best Lasers for Hyperpigmentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=sot9zYTqzzc&pp=0gcJCfwAo7VqN5tD Best Korean Sunscreens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRFQhMC65DQ SHOP: PREQUEL | Gleanser Non-Drying Glycerin Cleanser*: https://rstyle.me/+VBvhjgYyeKBIma3VVN8FAQ DR. DENNIS GROSS | Alpha Beta - Peel Extra Strength*: https://prf.hn/l/550XyAm/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) Universal Daily Peel *: https://prf.hn/l/p3onDOq/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) Ultra Gentle Daily Peel* : https://prf.hn/l/XZBwa8V/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) SKINCEUTICALS | C E Ferulic for Visible Signs of Ageing*: https://prf.hn/l/Plpz1YE/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) MEDIK8 | Oxy-R Peptides*: https://prf.hn/l/xEezoYG/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) NATURIUM | Azelaic Acid 10%*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-29684080 (use code: DRSAMMD15 for 15% off) ALLIES OF SKIN | Azelaic & Kojic Advanced Clarifying Serum*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-30163595 (Use code: DRELLIS for 30% off + free Peptide lip balm) ALLIES OF SKIN | Tranexamic & Arbutin Advanced Brightening Serum*: https://prf.hn/l/KmxaaR5/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) PREQUEL | Half & Half*: https://rstyle.me/+4vhaHSgFyZw2GctjDQBUkw BEAUTY OF JOSEON | Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+: https*://go.shopmy.us/p-29684627 (use code: SHOPDRSAM for 10% off) COLORESCIENCE | Sunforgettable Total Protection Face Shield Flex SPF 50*: https://prf.hn/l/ZZGVwzO/ (use code: DRSAM for 15% off) My Makeup: Foundation* (mix shades 3+4): https://go.shopmy.us/p-23519400 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) Concealer* (shade 3): https://go.shopmy.us/p-29160114 Blush* (shade: Behati): https://go.shopmy.us/p-29406787 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) Bronzer* (shade: Light Medium): https://go.shopmy.us/p-29161078 Highlighter* (volume 1): https://go.shopmy.us/p-29162331 Setting Powder*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-251486 Eyeshadow* (shade: Moonlight): https://go.shopmy.us/p-30052611 Eyeliner* (shade: Chocolate): https://go.shopmy.us/p-25143575 Brow gel* (shade: Taupe): https://go.shopmy.us/p-10023512 Mascara - Brown Black*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-8378664 Lip Liner (shade Anywhere Caffeine)*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-29408343 Lip Gloss* (shade Rosewood): https://go.shopmy.us/p-29408128 Shop more of my favorite products here: https://shopmy.us/drsamanthaellis CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 02:06 Cleanser 04:05 AHA 07:16 Antioxidant 10:18 Azelaic acid 14:10 Moisturizer + Sunscreen CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaellis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsamanthaellis Website: https://www.mybeautymd.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Prequel is my skincare brand. Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links (marked with *). Affiliate links help support my YouTube channel so I can continue to create educational skincare videos for you. Also, some products may have been received as PR. Thanks for watching!

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