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Age Spot Treatments Include:
liver spots treatment In Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Age spots, more commonly known as liver spots, are common occurrences in those pesky places associated with aging – like the face, hands, arms and shoulders. These spots arise due to excess melanin accumulation, or natural skin pigment, in specific areas and appear as flat brown marks. Despite their harmless nature, many people seek techniques such as lasers or chemical peels to reduce their severity for aesthetic reasons. Whatever protection you choose for your skin against premature aging and its associated unsightly spots is an important part of your personal skincare routine.
WHAT CAUSES AGE SPOTS?
The sun is the main culprit of age spots, which are most commonly found on areas that have had frequent and prolonged sun exposure over many years. It is believed to be caused by long-term exposure to UV light, resulting in an accumulation of melanin in these areas. Taking key steps to protect yourself from the sun’s ultraviolet rays can help reduce your risk of developing age spots. You should avoid going out during peak sunlight hours, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a high SPF rating, and consider wearing clothing meant to provide UV protection – such as a hat and long sleeves. By following these simple tips and developing good sun care habits, you can help keep dreaded age spots at bay for longer.
HOW CAN AGE SPOTS BE TREATED?
Fortunately, they can be safely and effectively treated with laser or IPL treatment that offer visible results after just one session. These treatments are highly recommended as alternatives to microdermabrasion and chemical peels for addressing age spots, sun spots, liver spots, freckles and melasma. To get the best outcomes from these treatments, it is advised that you visit trusted experts in dermatology who can accurately tailor a prescription to suit your individual needs. The procedure typically takes between 15-30 minutes and can be described as feeling like a warm elastic band snapping against the skin – though this varies depending on how sensitive your skin is.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE LASERS AND IPL, AND HOW DO THEY WORK?
A laser is a high energy beam of light that can precisely transfer this energy into certain tissues within the skin. The process of directing a laser or IPL source to a target area in the skin is technically known as “selective photothermolysis”. The appropriate use of either lasers or IPL will be assessed at the consultation.
The appropriate use of either lasers or IPL will be assessed at the consultation.
CAN A PIGMENTED LESION BE REMOVED IN ONE TREATMENT SESSION?
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WHY CHOOSE AGE SPOTS AND LIVER SPOTS TREATMENT AT St Michael's Clinic?
At St Michael’s Clinic, we have a team of highly trained Consultant dermatologists, who have completed specialist training in Dermatology and are on the specialist register of the General Medical Council. All our consultants hold substantive contracts with the best Dermatology centres in leading NHS hospitals. Therefore, you can be certain of the highest quality private care.
We offer a range of treatments and can offer one, or a combination of treatments to achieve the best results. Unlike many other clinics, we can offer diagnosis and treatment all under one roof by expert consultant dermatologist, so you know you’ll be in safe hands.