🌿 POST-ACNE HYPERPIGMENTATION After inflammatory acne is treated, many clients still feel concerned about the dark spots left behind. This condition is known as Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH). 🔹 Causes of Post-Acne Hyperpigmentation When acne causes skin inflammation, the body stimulates the production of melanin to protect the damaged area. Excess melanin accumulates, making the skin appear darker at the healed spot. Genetics and improper skincare can prolong the persistence of these dark marks. 🔹 Characteristics of PIH Color: ranges from pink, red, brown to dark brown or black, depending on the severity of inflammation and skin type. Location: usually appears exactly where the acne lesion has healed. Different from scars: PIH only changes skin color without creating raised or pitted areas. 🔹 Solutions for Improvement ✨ Professional treatments at spa/clinic: Chemical Peels, Laser Therapy, Microneedling, Mesotherapy... help disperse and inhibit melanin. ✨ At-home skincare: Use products containing Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Retinol, AHA/BHA... Always apply sunscreen to prevent further darkening. 💡 Note: PIH may gradually fade on its own over time. However, with the right treatment plan and proper skincare, the improvement process will be faster, restoring a brighter, more even-toned, and healthier complexion. __________🥰❤️🥰__________