Sun care

Dark spots and uneven skin tone: what helps

Dark marks fade slowly. Protecting the skin from the sun and from irritation helps more than any scrub.

Sunscreen every day

Sunlight darkens existing marks and creates new ones. Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is the foundation.

Stop the irritation

Picking, scrubbing and harsh home remedies cause new marks, especially on darker skin.

Be patient

Marks from spots or irritation often fade over months once the skin is protected.

See a dermatologist

For marks that do not fade or that change shape or color, see a dermatologist. Prescription treatments exist.