This is a problem that bothers many women. They aren't really age spots; they are sun damage.
So the first thing is to start wearing a sun block on the hands daily and reapply as much as... more
Maybe this is the year to prioritize your skin more? A couple of thoughts.
Use a sunscreen on your face, neck and chest every morning even if it's not sunny or you're usually inside. Why?... more
Posted in Lasers, IPL, Brown Spots, 2011 on Apr 15, 2011 | Permalink
Generally, if you're outdoors a lot in the summer, save your IPL (photorejuvenation) treatments for brown spots for Sept-May.
If you're doing it mostly for red areas, rosacea, or enlarged... more
Hormones really affect melasma. If you take estrogen or use a birth control pill, please be extra careful about not burning or tanning. If you notice brown blotches starting, see your... more
Posted in Sunscreen, Sun Damage, Necks, Moisturizers, Lasers, IPL, Dry Skin, Chest, Brown Spots, Blotchiness on Mar 25, 2010 | Permalink
Put the same sunscreen on your neck and chest that you do on your face.
This may sound obvious, but it's surprising how many of us don't do it regularly. And it looks odd to have facial... more
