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Recommended Age Spots Treatment?

Hi, I'm 36 with medium skin tone and yellow undertones. I've always had hereditary dark circles and a few freckles on and near my nose but, know I also have some sun spots, blemishes (which I never had as a teen)and fine lines. I also have sensitive or reactive skin. I've recently been thinking of laser or chemical peel (at home or by a dermatologist)and would like to ask your advice as I don't know anyone who has done either. Thank you

Asked 55 months ago by sissaphus in ec1m 5ny
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Treatment of Age Spots

One of the most effective ways to reverse the effects of chronic sun damage to your skin is by using a combination of two prescription strength medications: tretinoin cream and 4% hydroquinone. Unlike the unsubstantiated claims made by over-the-counter skin care products, the results of using these creams are backed by real medical science. We recommend the Obagi Nu-Derm System which uses both tretinoin cream and hydroquinone to visibly lighten age spots as well as the fine lines and... more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD
South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon
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Age spot treatments

Chemical peels do not usually help sun spots. Laser surface Medlite or Versapulse can remove sunspots usually in one treatment. There are many treatments for dark circles depending on the etiology. In my recent interviews, I have discussed this topic as well as other age related skin rejuvenation methods/treatments.
Joshua L. Fox, MD
Long Island Dermatologic Surgeon
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Brown spots

Unfortunately, this is a difficult question to answer without a face to face examination. There are some pigmentary disorders or "lesions" that you refer to as "spots" that are most appropriately treated with topical "bleaching" creams, while there are other brown spots or pigmentation that is more appropriately treated with laser. And lastly, there are some pigmentary conditions that do not respond to either. So, you should see a dermatologist that can make a... more
Steven Hacker, MD
West Palm Beach Dermatologic Surgeon
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