Sun exposure, blemish marks or hormonal changes all contribute to dark spots. The routine pairs actives that help even out the complexion with daily sun protection: vitamin C with Westman Atelier's Suprême C Serum or KORA Organics' Kakadu Plum Vitamin C Serum, niacinamide with Evolve Beauty's Resveratrol + Niacinamide Serum, saffron with RANAVAT's Brightening Saffron Serum, or Holidermie's Sérum Éclat Anti-Taches; then NUORI's Mineral Defense Sunscreen SPF30.