U nderstanding and Treating Hyperpigmentation:  Expert Insights Welcome back to Dr. Lee, where we dive into skincare and dermatology. Today’s addresses a highly requested topic: treating hyperpigmentation, melasma, and dark spots. This comprehensive guide will cover the causes, treatment options, and effective routines for managing these skin concerns. What Are Dark Spots? Dark spots come in several types: Melasma : Characterized by mottled patches of hyperpigmentation. Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation : Dark spots that appear after acne or skin injury. Solar Lentigos : Commonly known as sun spots or age spots. Freckles : Small, pigmented spots resulting from genetic factors. This discussion will focus on flat, non-textured dark spots, as raised spots require different treatments that don’t respond to topical solutions. Causes of Dark Spots Sun Exposure : Sunlight stimulates melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells, to produce excess melanin. Hormones : Hormonal changes ca...