Use broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30 or higher every day
Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours when outdoors
Wear a wide-brim hat and seek shade
Avoid picking, squeezing, or scratching pimples and spots
Use a gentle cleanser and avoid harsh scrubbing
Apply vitamin C serum in the morning
Use niacinamide to help fade discoloration
Try azelaic acid for dark spots and acne marks
Use retinoids at night if tolerated
Consider alpha arbutin or kojic acid products
Use exfoliating acids like glycolic acid or lactic acid sparingly
Keep skin moisturized to support barrier repair
Treat acne early to prevent new dark spots
Use hydroquinone only under medical guidance
See a dermatologist for persistent, worsening, or unusual spots
Be consistent for several weeks to months
Patch test new products before full use