Focus on skin brightening, not changing your natural skin tone
Use a gentle cleanser twice daily
Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every morning
Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours when outdoors
Wear a hat and seek shade during peak sun hours
Use a vitamin C serum in the morning
Use a niacinamide serum once daily
Moisturize morning and night with a non-comedogenic moisturizer
Exfoliate gently 1 to 2 times during the week
Avoid harsh scrubs and bleaching products
Drink enough water throughout the day
Sleep 7 to 9 hours each night
Avoid picking at pimples or dark spots
Use a cold compress to reduce puffiness
Eat a balanced diet with fruits and vegetables
Reduce alcohol and smoking
Keep your skincare routine simple and consistent
Patch test any new product before using it fully