WHAT ARE AGE
SPOTS
As we age, our skin becomes more vulnerable to sun
damage. The term "age spots" (also known as sun
spots or lentigos) refers to brownish spots that
appear on one's face and body in areas typically
exposed to sunlight. These spots are caused by a
build-up of melanin, a pigment in our skin that
absorbs sunlight and helps to protect us from harmful
UV rays. As we get older, our skin's ability to
fend off these UV rays begins to diminish, and we
may then see the development of age spots. Hormones
can also be a factor in skin-pigmentation disorders.
In conjunction with exposure to strong sunlight,
the female hormones estrogen and progesterone can
cause the pigment-producing cells, or melanocytes,
to over-produce. Women who are pregnant, taking
birth control pills, or having hormone replacement
therapy can develop a type of hyperpigmentation
called melasma, which typically appears on the face
as light brown patches.
HOW TO TREAT AGE
SPOTS
Sun avoidance and sun protection, including the
regular use of sunscreen, may help to suppress the
appearance of all types of skin-pigmentation disorders,
including freckles, moles, melasma, and age spots.
If you must be in the sun, use a sunscreen with
an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 15. It
should be a broad-spectrum sunscreen, which means
that it blocks both UVA (ultraviolet A) and UVB
(ultraviolet B) rays. If age spots are already present,
be of good cheer--there is still hope! Microdermabrasion
is a procedure where microscopic particles "sand"
or "polish" the skin. Gradually, over several treatments,
the discolored epidermal tissue is literally polished
away. The outermost surface of the skin is partially
or completely removed by gentle abrasion, eliminating
the dark spots caused by sun damage. The turnover
of surface cells is enhanced, and the skin becomes
visibly fresher. The procedure is not painful and
usually requires no anaesthetic. Another option
is a skin-lightening treatment containing a 2% solution
of hydroquinone. Hydroquinone is a strong inhibitor
of melanin production, meaning that it prevents
the skin from making the substance responsible for
dark spots and sun-induced discoloration. Hydroquinone
disrupts the synthesis and production of melanin;
it does not bleach the skin!
FOUR TYPES OF TREATMENT
FOR AGE SPOST
We offer four types of treatment for age spots and
skin-pigmentation disorders: a skin lightener, a
broad spectrum sunscreen, a microdermabrasion kit,
and PepToxyl™ Radiance Serum, an effective
weapon against hyper-pigmentation, dullness and
lack of clarity. We invite you to click on the product
links to explore your options and choose the therapy
that is best for you!
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The
Difinition of
How To Treat
Four Types of Treatment
For 
Age Spots
