How to Remove Scars & Age Spots

Age spots, also known as sun spots, are the result of sun exposure. They are commonly called age spots since they are more common in older individuals who have more years of sun damage. Scars occur for a variety of different reasons, ranging from acne to injury. If you have age spots or acne, you don't have to live with them. There are many things you can do to remove both age spots and scars. With long-term treatment, you can significantly improve their appearance and even remove them altogether.

Things You'll Need

• Sunscreen
• Scar treatment cream
• Fading cream
• Massage
• Healthy diet
• Chemical peels
• Laser therapy

Instructions

1. Wear sunscreen daily. The sun's rays cause new age spots and exacerbate existing ones. In addition, the sun damages your skin, preventing scars from healing more readily. Choose a sunscreen with a high SPF rating and wear it religiously. Make sure it protects against both UVA and UVB rays.

2. Apply a scar treatment cream to your scars. These creams can be found over-the-counter in most drug stores. They often contain onion extract, which works to naturally fade scars. You must apply the cream daily for at least 12 weeks before seeing results.

3. Use fading cream on your age spots. These creams are available in most beauty supply and drug stores. They gradually lighten areas of darker pigmentation. With regular use, your age spots will fade and eventually blend in with surrounding skin. For stronger fading or bleaching creams, talk to your dermatologist about prescription-strength options.

4. Massage your scars twice daily. Regular massage encourages circulation. Since blood and nutrients can more easily reach the scarred skin, the healing process will be expedited. In addition, massage helps to break up scar tissue. Rub the scarred area for at least two minutes at a time.

5. Consume a healthy diet. Eat foods that are rich in antioxidants, nutrients and vitamins. If your skin isn't healthy, it won't be able to heal properly from scarring. Vitamins B6, B12 and E are all essential to overall skin health.

6. Get chemical peels. Chemical peels are effective at treating both age spots and scars. The chemicals burn away the top layers of your skin, revealing younger, less damaged skin below. After a series of peels, your age spots and scars will be lighter and less noticeable.

7. Try laser therapy. Lasers are commonly used to remove scars and age spots. The laser light breaks up scar tissue and lightens areas of darker pigmentation. In addition, the light increases collagen production. This means your skin will look firmer, younger and smoother after treatments.

Tips & Warnings

• Never go out into the sun without protective clothing or sunscreen.