How to Remove Aging Brown Spots From the Skin
Age spots begin to occur on the skin between the ages of 45 to 55. Brown patches of skin begin to appear on the face and hands. Sometimes age spots will appear on the arms, chest and the back. Years of over-exposure to the sun is the cause for most age spots commonly known as age liver spots. Photoaging occurs at a cellular level. Melanin is responsible for skin pigmentation and normal healthy skin tissue should produce homogeneous skin tones anywhere exposed to the sun.
Several methods for removing age spots are employed, including microdermabrasion, chemical peel and surgery to have the spots physically removed. Most women prefer the gentler method for removal of age spots using a topical cream, according to the December 2007 issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch.
Instructions
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Application
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Apply cream to the effected area or areas.
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Rub the cream gently into the patch until the topical application absorbs thoroughly into the skin.
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Repeat the application two times daily.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid lengthy exposure to the sun without wearing protective clothing to avoid future skin damage. Some creams that promise quick results use aggressive bleaching agents. Always apply to small areas of your skin and wait a least one day to check for any skin irritations such as reddening of the skin or rash. Fading brown age spots usually takes up to three months. Aging spots have a tendency to return once treatment is discontinued. Results vary with each individual. Most fading creams work on all skin colors. Fading creams do not usually affect the surrounding area of skin in the applied region.
Products that contain Retin-A may cause red, dry patches on the skin. A decrease and disappearance of these symptoms should take place after a period of two weeks. If skin irritation should continue or worsen after that time, immediately discontinue use. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) opposes the use of over-the-counter applications containing hydroquinone. Studies show this substance may cause cancer in lab mice. There is not any evidence at this time that supports that hydroquinone causes cancer in humans.
