Beyond the Breakout: How to Fade Post-Acne Marks and Repair Your Barrier

PIH vs. PIE: Explaining the difference between brown marks (pigment) and red marks (inflammation).

The "Heal and Fade" Routine:

• Tranexamic Acid: The trending ingredient for fading stubborn dark spots.

• Centella Asiatica (Cica): For calming the "angry" red marks left behind.

• Vitamin C: Brightening the overall complexion.[11]

The Role of At-Home Microneedling: How light dermarolling can help "break up" surface pigment and help serums penetrate deeper.[12]

Patience is a Virtue: Why it takes 4-8 weeks to see real changes in skin tone.