What is the Best Way to Get Rid of Facial Brown Spots? 

Brown spots on the face—or anywhere on the body—can appear at any time of life. However, many people find that these pigmentation changes occur as they get older, hence they’re often termed “age spots” or “liver spots”. 

No matter how old you might be, there are safe and effective methods of fading or reducing these spots entirely. Read on to find out how. 

Facial Brown Spots: What they are & how to get rid of them

• What are facial brown spots
• Treatment alternatives 

What are facial brown spots? 

The medical name for facial brown spots is solar lentigo. They’re caused by the overproduction of pigmentation—melanin—in the skin and are generally the result of too much sun exposure. They can also occur due to hormonal changes during pregnancy, menstruation, or if you take birth control pills 

While there might not be much you can do about the hormonal link, one thing everyone can do to prevent getting or worsening facial brown spots—or, indeed, anywhere on the body—is to use sun protection daily. 

Treatment alternatives 

There are many treatments that can fade or even remove facial brown spots. These fall into two categories: 

• Creams and lotions
• Clinical procedures

The latter tend to be faster. The former costs less but might not have such a dramatic effect. However, a word of warning before we move on to how to get rid of facial brown spots. You should always get a dermatologist’s expert opinion before commencing any treatment for any type of pigmentation change. There are other conditions that you might mistake for an age spot, such as seborrheic keratoses, actinic keratoses, or—crucially—skin cancer. 

Creams, Lotions, & Procedures for Facial Brown Spots

• Creams & lotions
• Chemical peels, laser, and microdermabrasion

Creams & lotions 

Any online search will bring up a myriad of products that claim to reduce or remove facial brown spots. Some are better than others, some need a prescription, and some don’t. Using these creams requires patience and commitment from you—you’ll have to apply them daily for weeks or months on end. If you want to go down this route, then it’s recommended that you have the condition assessed by a dermatologist first. They’ll be able to advise on the best cream or lotion for your skin. 

Chemical peels, laser, and microdermabrasion 

Dermatological procedures offer a fast and effective way to fade or remove facial brown spots.

• Chemical peels: These use a powerful acid solution to remove the outermost layers of the skin. Not only does this fade or remove facial brown spots, but it also rids you of fine lines and other imperfections. A chemical peel can be performed on the face, neck, chest, and hands. The procedure also stimulates collagen and elastin within the skin, promoting an increase in the youthfulness of the skin’s appearance.
• Laser treatment: This is also an effective treatment. However, one possible side effect is that you might experience a temporary darkening of the brown spots. This usually fades quickly, resulting in a far more even skin tone.
• Microdermabrasion: This can be carried out in conjunction with a chemical peel. Together, the two have excellent results—often removing the age spots entirely! You may need a course of treatments over 3-4 months, something that your dermatologist will explain during your initial consultation. 

With all of these procedures, you’ll likely experience minor side effects. These include mild inflammation, reddening, or flaky skin. These generally subside over the next 3-4 days, leaving you with much reduced facial brown spots and an overall improvement in the suppleness and quality of the skin.

Facial Brown Spots Getting You Down? Call Bayou City Dermatology Today

At Bayou City Dermatology, our professional team offers years of expertise in the fading and reduction of facial brown spots. We passionately believe that we all deserve the best advice and treatments for beautiful skin. Your initial consultation with your skin clinician will discuss the options available and advise on the best treatment for your needs. 

Discover more about chemical peels and our wide range of cosmetic treatments at https://www.bayoucitydermatology.com/cosmetic/chemical-peels

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