Melasma/Hyperpigmentation

Katherine

So I’ve always had slight hyperpigmentation in my cheeks from my birth control since I was 22. I recently decided to go off it since I’m on my 30s now. I assumed it would clear up after going off, but it looks almost worse. Now it’s across my upper lip too. I stopped the BC around Thanksgiving. Are my hormones going even more crazy coming off it? Or how long does it take for everything to balance out and go back to normal? I already have a normal period back almost instantly after going off. When will my skin go back too?? Curious if anyone who has had experience/insight. Thank you