How to Reduce Signs Of Age Spots

Age spots, also known as sun or liver spots are are blemishes on the skin caused by aging and exposure to over exposure to the sun. Age spots are usually brown but can also be red or black. They tend to form on the face, neck, arms and hand. They can be bothersome at times, but there are ways to naturally get rid of and reduce signs of age spots.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Although, not the most natural the most productive way to reduce signs of age spots is to use a cream with a 2% solution of a bleaching agent called hydroquinone. If darker spots are present a prescription cream containing a higher dose may be needed. For this you must visit a dermatologist. Creams that contain retinol or topical Vitamin A can also be helpful.

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   A more natural solution for the lighter age spots is to add a little fresh lemon juice to age spots once a day. This may take a couple months to see results.

3. For a mask to reduce signs of age spots, you can use a mixture of honey and yogurt. Mix one teaspoon of plain yogurt and one teaspoon of honey. Apply mixture to face and let set for about thirty minutes, then rinse. Do this one a day for a month.

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   If you have a Aloe Vera plant you can also use the gel like substance found in the leaves to reduce signs of age spots. Just break open the stem, apply the gel to spots once or twice a day.

5. Something my grandma taught me is to use buttermilk. Just dab buttermilk on skin and let dry for about thirty minutes, then wash off.

6. To avoid age spots getting darker and spreading remember sunscreen is the key to prevention.

Tips & Warnings

• If age spots become a problem it is better to seek help of a dermatologist to be ensured that they are only just age spots.

[michelleely]

on 8/5/2009 Age Spot Reducer by Gerdaspillmann.com is a fabulous product that helps to reduce the appearance of age spots!

[evgnspaces]

on 7/15/2009 Ah, the signs of aging - skin spots. I saw them on my Grandma and now on me.