Skin · 6 min read
Dark marks after spots (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
The dark patches left behind after acne, bites, burns or eczema, and how to help them fade.
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Skin
Dark marks, acne, eczema, sun care and everyday skin health on darker skin.
32 articles
Skin · 5 min read
Melasma
Symmetrical brown patches on the cheeks, forehead or upper lip, often linked to hormones and sunlight.
Skin · 5 min read
Light patches: pityriasis alba, vitiligo and tinea versicolor
Three common causes of pale patches, how to tell them apart, and which ones need a doctor.
Skin · 5 min read
Uneven skin tone
Why skin tone varies across the face and body, and a realistic plan for a more even glow.
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Acne
What causes spots, how to treat them gently, and how to prevent dark marks afterwards.
Skin · 5 min read
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Dry, itchy, inflamed skin that comes and goes, and how to calm it.
Skin · 5 min read
Contact dermatitis
Rashes caused by something touching the skin: fragrance, hair dye, nickel and more.
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Sunscreen for dark skin
Yes, darker skin needs sunscreen. Here is why, and how to choose one without a white cast.
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Skin bleaching, mercury and steroid creams: the dangers
Why "toning" and lightening creams can cause lasting harm, and safer ways to even tone.
Skin · 5 min read
Keloids
Raised scars that grow beyond the original wound, and how to lower your risk.
Skin · 4 min read
Small dark bumps on the face (dermatosis papulosa nigra)
Harmless dark bumps on the cheeks and around the eyes, common in darker skin.
Skin · 5 min read
Fungal skin infections (ringworm)
Itchy, ring-shaped or scaly patches, and how to clear them properly.
Skin · 4 min read
Psoriasis
Thick scaly patches that come and go, and why it is more than a skin condition.
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Razor bumps (pseudofolliculitis barbae)
Bumps after shaving are not "just irritation"; here is how to shave without them.
Skin · 4 min read
A simple skincare routine for men
Three steps, five minutes: cleanse, moisturise, protect.
Skin · 5 min read
How to spot fake and dangerous creams
Counterfeit and "mixed" creams are common. Here are the warning signs, and what to do if you suspect one.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Dark skin doesn't need sunscreen"
Melanin helps, but it does not stop dark marks, melasma or sun damage.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Toothpaste dries out pimples"
Toothpaste irritates skin and can leave dark marks; proven acne treatments work better.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Shea butter cures everything"
A good moisturiser, but not a cure for infections, acne or pigment problems.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Bleaching is safe if it's natural"
"Natural" lighteners can burn skin, and many contain hidden mercury or steroids.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Oily skin doesn't need moisturiser"
Skipping moisturiser can make oily skin feel worse; light non-comedogenic moisturisers help.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Scrubbing removes dark spots faster"
Rough scrubbing inflames skin and usually makes dark marks darker.
Myth vs fact · 4 min read
Myth: "Chocolate and oily food cause acne"
Diet plays a small role for some people; hormones, genes and skincare matter more.
Skin · 4 min read
Your skin barrier, explained
Why the outer layer of skin matters, and how to keep it healthy.
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Retinoids: how they work and how to start
A guide to adapalene, retinol and other vitamin A creams.
Skin · 4 min read
Skin changes in pregnancy
Melasma, dark lines, stretch marks and which products to pause.
Skin · 4 min read
Skin types explained
How oil, sensitivity, pigment and barrier combine — and how our questionnaire works.
Skin · 4 min read
Hair products and forehead acne
How oils and gels cause breakouts along the hairline.