If you’ve ever noticed dark marks left behind after a breakout, bug bite, or even a small scratch, you’ve experienced post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation—commonly known as PIH. It’s one of the most common skin concerns for people with melanin-rich skin, but it can affect anyone. And here’s the real challenge—summer sun makes it worse.

Summer heat means more sunshine, more sweating—and for many of us, more breakouts. Heat-induced acne isn’t just frustrating, it’s persistent. Sweat, friction, and clogged pores work together to create the perfect environment for inflammation and bacteria. But before you reach for chemical-heavy solutions, cooling ingredients like aloe vera to powerful plant-based anti-bacterial products like tea tree oil and green tea, nature has everything you need to manage breakouts caused