Solution for dark spots

Dark spots are areas where the skin has made or retained extra pigment. Melasma may form larger, symmetrical patches, while sun spots often occur on repeatedly exposed areas. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can follow acne, eczema, an injury, or irritation. Tinea versicolor may create lighter or darker patches with fine scale. The shade, surface, location, onset, and trigger help a clinician distinguish these patterns.

Use broad-spectrum sunscreen and reduce direct sun exposure, because ultraviolet and visible light can deepen pigment. Keep the routine gentle and avoid picking or harsh scrubs. A dermatologist may recommend a topical pigment-modifying medicine or consider a chemical peel, skin brightening treatment, or picosecond laser treatment. The choice depends on the diagnosis, skin tone, sensitivity, and whether the pigment is superficial or deeper; irritation can make discoloration more noticeable.

Arrange a skin assessment if a spot is new, changing in size, shape, or colour, bleeding, crusting, persistently painful, or different from the others. Seek care sooner for rapidly spreading pigment, marked inflammation, or a patch with a persistent sore. These features need examination rather than cosmetic treatment alone.

Ask which diagnosis best fits the spot, whether a medicine or procedure is appropriate for your skin tone, how to prevent irritation, and what change should prompt a review.