what causes spots on your face
1 Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) . 2  These are dark spots that occur as a result of trauma to the skin, which can be caused by psoriasis, burns, acne, and certain skin care treatments that are hard on the skin. Don't go out in the sun with citrus juice on your face, as this can cause it to burn. 2  Always follow package directions when using home treatments for dark spot removal. 3  Make sure to use plenty of sunscreen when using any type of skin lightening product.