Guinot Crown Salon Leamington

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Age & Sunspot Treatments

Brown spots on the skin are known by many names: sunspots, age spots, liver spots, and freckles. "Age spots" or "liver spots" are flat, brown areas are called lentigines. They have nothing to do with the liver – they are caused by the sun and usually appear on the face, hands, back and feet. They are generally harmless.

A few scattered freckles on the face might be considered cute, but when years of sun damage begin to add up, the results are anything but. Most pigmented lesions can be directly attributed to overexposure to the sun's damaging ultraviolet rays. Preventative measures should always be taken by using sunscreen and avoiding the sun. This won't correct any damage already done, but it can help keep pigment problems from getting any worse.

How Are Pigmented Spots Removed?

Laser Removal:   Individual sunspots and freckles respond very well to laser treatment. The laser light is absorbed by the pigment, thereby lightening or destroying it, and leaving the skin looking uniform in color and texture.

Most patients tolerate the treatment very well, describing the sensation to be like the snap of a rubber band. After treatment, the area may feel similar to a slight sunburn. Within an hour to a day, discomfort disappears. Results are seen within 2 to 30 days, depending on the lesion and exact type of laser used.

Intense Pulsed Light:   When sun damage or pigment is more widespread, a series of Intense Pulsed Light treatments may be recommended. This non-invasive, no downtime approach offers other benefits as well. It can reduce facial flushing and broken capillaries, increase your skin's own natural collagen, and help to improve fine lines and wrinkles.

Call today to arrange a free consultation on 01926 452585

 

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