What exactly is an age spot? How can age spots be prevented and how can they be removed?
An age spot is a brown spot on the skin. As we age we will get age spots from exposure to the sun. As the body ages it is not able to fight off all of the UV rays it has been exposed to. This will cause damage to the skin resulting in the brown age spots.
Sun damage, including age spots, wrinkles and even skin cancer, can be prevented by avoiding overexposure to the sun. SPF should be worn daily and the sun should be avoided. Sun bathing and tanning in salons should be ruled out of the beauty routine. Cosmetics with bronzers and tinted lotions can create the same glow on the skin that the sun can create without the risks.
Removal of age spots can often be treated with high-end creams and lasers. The type of treatment will vary depending on the darkness and size of a specific age spot. A professional esthetician or dermatologist will recommend treatment for an individual. All spots must be seen by a professional to rule out cancerous appearances.