I am Asian and have dark aging sun spots. What treatment would you recommend for the removal of these?

Hi and thanks for posting your question. Age spots are a common sign of aging in any race. However it is more difficult to treat in Asian skin. Asian skin or darker skin types are prone to hyper pigmentation after skin resurfacing such as with lasers or peels. Typically I would treat with multiple methods to get the most results. Hydroquinone bleaching cream will decrease the pigment. A series of light chemical peels such as a 15-20% TCA or the Perfect Derma Peel, and or possibly a light co2 fractional laser. I have seen patients with hyperpigmentation from IPL. It is very important to be treat dark skin conservatively to avoid hyperpigmentation. There are many ways to treat age spots and these are just a few so please see a board certified facial plastic surgeon or dermatologist to best address your needs. 

In removal of dark spots for Asian patients, the choice of a treating physician is the key. Treating Asian patients are a challenge as there is hesitation about downtime and concerns about hyperpigmentation, hypopigmentation, hypertrophic scars are a concern. Broad Band Light applied properly in a series of four to 6 full face treatments may be useful.  The proper use of a good medical grade such as Obagi may also be useful. Consult with 3 experienced and expert board certified physicians to understand your options.