After a blemish heals, a flat mark can linger for weeks. Avoid picking, since that tends to make marks last longer. Gentle, consistent care is more helpful than aggressive treatments.
Use a calming cream, a niacinamide product if your skin tolerates it, and a daily sunscreen. Sun exposure can darken marks, so sun protection is the habit that matters most.
Our picks
Dr.Althea
345 Relief Cream
A lightweight cream with PDRN, hyaluronic acid, centella and niacinamide for post-blemish care.
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Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Serum
A budget-friendly serum made for blemish-prone, uneven-looking skin.
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Clear Face Sunscreen SPF 50
A fragrance-free, water-resistant broad-spectrum face sunscreen designed for acne-prone skin.
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