Dark spots and scars on your skin are distracting blemishes that can make you feel as though people aren't really looking at you when they're talking to you and are instead analyzing your spotty skin. While this probably isn't true, you'll likely want to get rid of these marks anyway. Removing your dark spots and scars and restoring an even-toned and healthier skin appearance won't happen overnight, but with a little persistence, you can achieve clearer skin.
Step 1
Apply topical retinoid cream--prescribed by your dermatologist--to your dark spots and scars once a day. This prescription drug works by lightening pigment and boosting collagen production, filling in scars and evening skin tone.
Step 2
Dab hydroquinone cream onto your spots and scars once a day. This cream is available over-the-counter and by prescription, depending on the strength you need. This cream lightens skin pigment and can permanently kill pigment cells, so be very careful when applying it and stick only to the areas you wish to lighten.
Step 3
Undergo a chemical peel in your dermatologist's office to have your dark spots and scars removed. During this procedure, the doctor places an acid on your skin to peel off the top layer. The acid may cause your skin to burn and sting. Follow the dermatologist's instructions after the acid is removed. Once the top layer of skin peels off, the layers beneath will be revealed, which have less scarring and pigmentation problems. Repeat treatments are necessary to see results.
Step 4
Consider laser treatments for your spots and scars. If you opt for this procedure, your dermatologist will aim a laser at your skin to kill the pigment cells within the dermis. After a couple months, the top layers of skin will slough off, as is normal, and the pigment discrepancies will become less visible, as will the rough edges of scars.
Things You'll Need
- Topical retinoid
- Hydroquinone
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