There’s a reason why dermatologists ask you not to pick or squeeze pimples because such a practice can cause post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Abbreviated as PIH, it’s the dark spot left behind after a pimple heals. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the body’s natural response to inflammation and squeezing pimples can worsen the inflammation, and as the skin heals, it produces too much melanin, and dark spots develop.Though over-the-counter products help in reducing acne and dark spots, simple home remedies are equally effective, and we have listed 10 home remedies below:

1. Take half a piece of nutmeg or use 8-10 jamun seeds and make a paste out of them with rose water. Apply on face, keep for 20 minutes. Wash with cold water when dry.
2. Potato and Aloe Vera Gel: This is another easy-peasy remedy to treat dark spots on your face. Extract some fresh potato juice and add organic aloe vera gel to it. Together, this mixture will moisturize your face and keep it blemish-free and spot-free in the long run along with fading away existing dark spots.

3. Turmeric with Honey: Turmeric contains curcumin, a bioactive component with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Turmeric adds glow to the skin, brightens and lightens complexion. Turmeric works amazingly well to treat dark spots and patches. Combined with honey, it can work really fast to fade acne scars and dark spots. Mix one tablespoon of raw/organic honey with a pinch of turmeric. You can...