certain kinds of birth control pills are known to improve hormonal acne and thereby hyperpigmented acne scars. it takes approximately 3 months for you to see the difference. other hyperpigmented skin problems -- such as melasma or butterfly mask -- may get worse on birth control pills. consult your gynecologist and dermatologist.
how does birth control help or hinder acne and hyperpigmentation? how long do i have to wait for it to work?