Oily Skin and Dark Spot Removal

A dark mark may follow inflammation from a pimple, irritation or an injury. Other patterns include Melasma, Sun Spots or Tinea Versicolor, and each responds differently. Oily skin itself does not identify the cause. New, changing or unusual pigmentation should be examined rather than treated blindly, especially when a patch bleeds, crusts, becomes painful or changes shape.

Use a gentle cleanser, non-comedogenic moisturiser and broad-spectrum sunscreen every day; visible light can also deepen some facial pigmentation, so a tinted product may be worth discussing. Avoid picking acne and stop products that sting. A clinician may recommend ingredients for Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation or procedures such as Chemical Peel, Skin Brightening Treatment or Picosecond Laser Treatment after examining your skin tone, diagnosis and active inflammation. Treating the underlying acne or irritation helps reduce new marks.

Arrange a dermatology review for a spot that changes quickly, has an irregular border, bleeds, crusts, or differs noticeably from nearby marks. Seek care sooner for widespread pigment with scaling, intense itch, pain or a new medication-related eruption. Prompt evaluation is also useful when dark patches persist despite gentle care, because Melasma, Sun Spots and Tinea Versicolor are managed differently.

Ask what type of pigmentation you have, which products are safe for your skin tone, and whether a peel, brightening treatment or laser is suitable while acne remains active.