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How can I get rid of age spots? 7 answers

I am guilty of not using proper skin protection from the sun..ok, i actually tanned every day of my 20s and 30s!!! So now I need to know what to do...

Skin sun damage: how to treat it? 2 answers

I am 37 and have skin sun damage all over my arms, hands, face. is there any way to treat my skin to return former spot-free self?

How can I prevent age spots? 7 answers

My face has brown spots and dark spots -- I guess there age spots. i would like to stop getting these spots since they can't be easiy concealed

Best treatment for olive skin with age spots, sun spots, melasma? 2 answers

I'm 47, light olive complexion w/ pinkish undertones, brown eyes and dark brown hair; was very active in sports from age 7 through 20's-prior to the...

Best solution for sun spots and face telangiectasias? 2 answers

I would like to get rid of the brownish spots on my skin (and the telangiectasias and fine lines too, if possible) without it taking too long . I...

Does Fraxel get rid of age spots or does it just make them fade? 1 answer

I have age spots on my arms which react to self tanning lotions -they go orange. I am thinking of having them treated with Fraxel. Will they go...

Recommended age spots treatment? 1 answer

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...

What's the best way to get rid of age spots on Asian or ethnic skin? 1 answer

I am mixed with Chinese and East Indian and I have developed age spots on my cheeks. How can I get rid of them? Many of the solutions I have read...

Is sun damage permanent? 1 answer

What effect does sun exposure have on melasma? 2 answers

While on vacation at my in laws beach house in North Carolina and also while in Antigua I noticed I was getting brown patches that looked like a...

How do I get rid of sun spots and Seborrheic Keratosis? 2 answers

A couple of years ago, I had IPL (Elos) done on my brown spots and Seborrheic Keratosis. There was no improvement. The marks really annoy me and...

IPL with Levulan better than TCA for blotchy sun spots? 1 answer

I've had great results with TCA peels at 35% for my blotchy sunspots (I'm a pale redhead), but the doctor I spoke with today recommended Levulan with...

Gemini or IPL Laser to improve skin? 1 answer

What is better? Gemini Laser or IPL? I'm 29, have some sun spots(not many), little dark spots from pimples (not many), enlarge pores, some fine lines...

Sciton ClearScan for broken capillaries and veins on face?

I have been reading about the Sciton ClearScan laser for removal of broken capillaries and sunspots. I have some small broken red capillaries on my...

Hydrafacial or Microdermabrasion for better skin tone?

Is Hydrafacial better than Microdermabrasion? Or what would you recommend for a better skin tone that clears out whiteheads, clogged pores, sun spots,...

IPL vs. Fraxel Laser for stubborn sun spots or melasma? 1 answer

I've tried many treatments for facial sun damage/melasma. My last attempt is either IPL or Fraxel Laser. Since they're both very costly, I'd like...

Will sun exposure reverse Photofacial results? 1 answer

Will exposure to sun reverse Photofacial treatment results or will I more likely burn? I've had 3 Photofacial treatments but I'm going to a tropical...

Best laser treatment for brown facial spots?

My concern is my brown spots on my cheeks. They are disturbing me. The result I am looking for is clearer, brighter-looking skin without these...

Does radiation therapy make you more susceptible to age spots? 1 answer

I had breast cancer 7 yrs ago and had 6 weeks of radiation. Since then I have had a tremedous amount of freckles (age spots) on my arms, hands and...

when I should start thinking of doing skin rejuvenation? 1 answer

I'm a woman my age is 33 years. I have white skin and I have a little sun spots on my cheecks and pegmentation. and I have three three acnes around my...

How to treat a scraped healing spot after TCA? 1 answer

I used TCA on my legs to fade some sun spots. It worked well on all except one spot. I was getting dressed when a button scraped against the healing...

Chemical peel for sun spots? 2 answers

I have some sun spots on my face from using a tanning bed. What kind of Chemical peel would you recommend for me?

More breakouts normal after Photofacial? 1 answer

I had two Photofacials for 2 1/2 weeks apart. I was told it can help with current acne, acne scars, and sun spots. So far, I haven't seen any...

Boston Thermage and Fraxel Laser doctor recommendations 1 answer

Hello I am 52 yrs old and living in Boston. I would like to know what would be the appropriate treatment for eye lines, sun and scar spots and little...

Laser Treatment for sun spots and freckles?

I would like to have age spots freckles sun spot removed with laser from my face how risky is it and who is the best in NY?

IPL for sun spots on Asian skin? 1 answer

I am of Asian descent. I have very fair (almost pale) skin. I am 30 yrs old. I also have some sun spots on my face that can be covered with make up. I...

Too much sun exposure after laser treatment?

I had laser treatment yesterday for sun spots and red blotches on my cheeks. I used an SPF 15 moisturizer and SPF 15 foundation this morning. At...

Laser treatment for teleangiectasia after Doxycycline?

I am considering having laser treatment (KTP Gemini 532nm) for teleangiectasia on my nose. I was taking Doxycycline for 8-9 months, but stopped 12...

Two IPL treatments instead of 4 to 5? 1 answer

I consulted with a dermatologist about IPL treatment to remove age spots or sun discoloration on my face, chest, and hands. He recommends only 2...

Best treatments for lifting and clearing skin?

It's full of acne and sun scars. It's strength and texture is so bad. It's so greasy. Healing and repair rate is low. I am just 25. What's really...

Options for at-home peel for sun spots? 1 answer

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...

BBL or Laser Treatment for multiple skin problems? 1 answer

I'm going on my second consult with a new doctor this Friday for a skin evaluation. First doctor said I needed a BBL (literally a 30-second consult)....

Fraxel Laser for sun spots and saggy arms? 2 answers

The skin on my arms is getting saggy and I have some sun spots. Will Fraxel Laser work for this and which one, Restore or Repair?Also, which one is...