Sunscreen and sun protection/avoidance going forward will be important. I would look for over-the-counter products which contain glycolic acid, but also retinoic acid. There is a product by La Roche Posay called Mela-D and that can help fade spots as well. Vitamin C based products like Activ-C are also useful... more
Options for at-home peel for sun spots?
I am 40 yrs old, fair to medium skin. I have many sunspots across my face (baked on Florida beaches for years). It is the worst on my left cheek bone. I have slight crows feet, and am starting w/ smile lines and fine lines around eyes. I would like an at home treatment.
I have done a 35% glycolic peel which tolerated well and showed almost no improvement but maybe diminished fine lines. I feel I could tolerate something much stronger. What do you suggest? I cannot afford to see an m.d.
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