How do I get rid of the red marks left after the blemish goes away?
You can visit the red marks message board for discussion and suggestions, but before you do, please read the biggest mistakes page. Try your best to avoid adding in products and new methods until you’re completely clear of active acne. The most important goal regarding red marks is to prevent future acne and thus prevent future red marks from forming in the first place. Here is a quote from the American Academy of Dermatology and Roche Laboratories regarding red marks: “A red mark on the skin called an erythematous macule will fade in four to six months after an acne outbreak – but it may get temporarily redder when your skin gets hot or when you exercise. This red macule is not a scar, and is not permanent. In a dark skinned person, the macule may appear as a darker patch on the skin. This is not a scar, either.
