I have had age spots since my late 20's Took too much sun on my arms by working outside. Is there a good over the counter cream that will get rid of them?
2006-11-26 15:48:07 · 6 answers · asked by rmrndrs 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Get a cream with hydroquinone or kojic acid -it will lighten them. Laser can get rid of them altogether.
2006-11-26 15:50:28 · answer #1 · answered by tatt_bratt 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Any of the various skin bleaches will work, Porcelana, etc. But additionally you should use a heavy sun screen to help prevent additional spotting. Nivea sells a body whitening cream that is fairly effective. Some people claim lemon juice and peroxid will do it, but the problem in the deposition of melanin in the area, not just superficially. Use a skin bleach or consult a dermatologist.
2006-11-26 15:54:18 · answer #2 · answered by Frank 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There are several skin care creams that claim to fade darkened areas. They are not inexpensive, and I never thought they did a very good job. You have to use them daily--I just learned to live with the spots.
2006-11-26 15:50:55 · answer #3 · answered by maamu 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Peels or laser...not sure. Search Dr Garcias archive re age spots?
http://www.lvcosmeticsurgery.com/qanda_search.asp?Action=search
2006-11-26 15:55:57 · answer #4 · answered by Scully 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dermatologist! Is there a good dermatoligist in the house!
2006-11-26 15:52:03 · answer #5 · answered by Michael S 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They now have laser treatment for this condition..... Look into it.
2006-11-26 15:50:00 · answer #6 · answered by Hoosiergirl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋