Freckles, birthmarks and other forms of benign pigment spots are influenced by a variety of environmental factors such as sun exposure, genetic predisposition and the natural aging process of the skin. Their size, shape and number are completely individual.
Freckles
Freckles are pigmented areas of skin on the face or body that are caused by exposure of sunlight to the skin. Many people want freckles to be removed or at least mitigated. Chemical peels and dermabrasion can be used for treatment. However, light and laser-based therapies are most commonly used and are the most effective.
Birthmarks
Birthmarks often appear in the form of coloured, unsightly areas of skin. Many people want these to be removed or at least mitigated. Birthmarks differ in size and shape and can be pigmented or vascular in origin.
Light and laser-based therapies are the most commonly used and effective treatments for birthmarks. However, pigmented birthmarks can also be treated well with chemical peeling and dermabrasion.
Age spots and sun damage
Age spots and sun damage are pigment spots that are darker than the surrounding skin. They occur in the skin areas that are most frequently exposed to the sun, such as. B. face, neck, cleavage and hands. These pigment spots differ in size, shape and number and can develop into skin cancer. Your skin can also be affected by sun damage that is not visible to the naked eye.
Many over-the-counter cosmetic products for treating age spots are available on the market. However, these are often expensive and not very effective. There are several treatment options available to your doctor, such as: For example chemical peeling and dermabrasion but also light and laser-based therapies. The best results are often achieved with laser and energy-based solutions depending on age, skin type and other factors.
BLOOD VESSELS - PIGMENTS - FRECKLES - MELASMA
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