
May 31, 2026
✦Hindustan Times
Why isn't your sunscreen enough? Dermatologist reveals how to manage skin pigmentation in peak summer
Sunscreen alone isn't enough for summer skin! Dermatologist Dr. Akriti Gupta says, "summer skin protection goes beyond a single product." She explains that heat and visible light, not just UV rays, can make pigmentation worse. So, even with sunscreen, heat exposure from cooking or workouts can cause dark patches to appear.