Your skin type is made up of many different factors, one of which is pigment. Darker skin is no more prone to breakouts of acne than lighter skin, but more skin pigment can pose unique challenges in treating them. Treatments that work for people with lighter complexions may be ineffective or may even make the problem worse. You may wish to opt for an alternative method, such as oil based acne treatment, that may help to combat both the breakout and its aftereffects.