- Chemical peels are often used to reduce the appearance of age spots. To begin the procedure, a cosmetic surgeon cleans the face to remove any dirt and oil. A chemical solution is applied to the face and is left on for 10 to 15 minutes. The chemical solution dissolves the first layer of skin that is marked by damage and age spots. New skin will begin to form that is smoother and more youthful looking. After treatment, a person's skin may feel irritated with some visible redness. Follow orders given by your cosmetic surgeon on treating the irritation and redness. Consult a cosmetic surgeon to determine if getting a chemical peel is right for you.
- Laser resurfacing uses high energy light waves to treat age spots and wrinkles on the face, hands and chest. A plastic surgeon uses a light beam over the damaged area of skin. The laser burns the damaged skin while minimal damage is done to the surrounding area. Swelling, bruising and redness occur, and recovery time is only about a week. Follow your plastic surgeon's orders upon going home to treat the after effects of laser resurfacing.
- Microdermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that can treat and reduce the appearance of age spots. A cosmetic surgeon uses a tool that acts as a sandblaster. Tiny crystals are blasted across the face removing dead skin cells on the first layer of skin, and are then suctioned up. After the treatment, the skin will feel raw. Placing a cool cloth on the face can help. New skin begins to regenerate, causing the skin to look smooth with less wrinkles and age spots.
