The Best Way To Get Rid Of Age Spots
You may notice a growing number of small dark spots on your skin as you begin to age. These spots are the result of exposure to the sun over long periods of time. Many find these age spots top be a big insecurity, luckily there are both at home and in office treatments to fix these spots quite easily.
At Home:
Topical medicated creams- in order to get these creams, you’ll need a prescription from your doctor. These topical medications work by fading age spots over the span of several months. Doctors most often prescribe:
hydroquinone (a bleaching cream)
mild steroids
retinoids, such as tretinoin (an acne cream)
Be aware that prescription topical creams have a very strong effect on the skin. They may result in burning, dryness, itching, or redness, usually only temporarily.
Over-the-counter topical fade creams are also available. Look for one that contains:
hydroquinone
glycolic acid
kojic acid
In Office
Laser and intense pulsed light therapy:
These treatments help destroy melanin-making cells (the cells that color age spots) without harming the surface of the skin. Typically, you’ll need to see your doctor two or three times for treatment.
Some weeks or months after the treatment, your age spots should begin to fade. There are few side effects of laser and light therapy. Most often, people experience some temporary discoloration of their skin. After treatment, you need to apply sunscreen and use other forms of sun protection daily.