How do I get rid of freckles on my lips? (Photo)

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I have freckles on my lips and I would like to get rid of them. They are from sun exposure I think. Is hydroquinone a good option? I don’t want to lighten the color of my actual lips, just the freckles. If not what do you suggest? Thank you.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

freckles willalways come back but we can use lasers like fraxel and qswitched tattoo devices in the office. at home peels help alot as well see link.

this is post inflammatory hyperpigmentation/melasma/discoloration that needs cosmelan or enlighten peels at home which we can do virtually and send to your home along with aerify peels regularly, vivatia foam, restorsea 10x, faith essence serum, and cosmelan 2 cream.

Hyperpigmentation from any type needs a combination approach of peels like cosmelan, enlighten and aerify,  lasers like clear and brilliant and aerolase or laser genesis, radiofrequency like venus viva, and constant skin care and sun protection.  Bimonthly facials with silk peel dermalinfusion is essential to hydrate, exfoliate and infuse vitamins and antioxidants into the skin.  If you have acne you can do additional treatments and peels to get more improvement.  I suggest a formal consultation with an expert in lasers and peels. Best, Dr. Emer.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. In my experience, laser therapy is effective in treating freckles on the lip but treatments comes with risks. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss appropriate treatment options. Take care and good luck.

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