Use broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher every day
Apply a retinoid at night
Use vitamin C serum in the morning
Try niacinamide serum
Use azelaic acid
Use salicylic acid for active breakouts
Use glycolic acid or lactic acid exfoliation
Apply alpha arbutin for dark spots
Use hydroquinone only under medical guidance
Keep skin moisturized with a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Avoid picking or squeezing acne
Use gentle cleanser twice daily
Consider chemical peels from a dermatologist
Consider microneedling for scars
Consider laser treatment for deeper scars
Consider prescription treatments for stubborn pigmentation
See a dermatologist for severe or persistent scars
Be consistent for several weeks to months