What Are Brown Spots?

The most visible type of sun damage is sunspots. They tend to become more noticeable as you age. Sunspots are also called age spots, liver spots, or solar lentigines. They are clusters of small, flat, brown spots. These spots get darker when exposed to the sun. They can appear anywhere on the body. Common areas include the face, hands, shoulders, and other sun-exposed spots.

Other types of sun damage on the skin include:

• Sunburn – Pink, painful, and inflamed patches on the skin
• Rough and dry skin – Excessive sun exposure can leave the skin parched dry
• Fine lines and wrinkles – UV light destroys collagen and elastin. This speeds up aging and makes symptoms appear earlier
• Melasma – Splotchy brownish or grayish maps on the skin
• Actinic Keratoses (AK) – Also known as solar keratoses. These are scaly and crusty areas. They may lead to skin cancer if not treated

Like sunspots, these uneven pigmentations are usually caused by chronic and unprotected sun exposure. They have accumulated over the years. They get worse without proper sun damage treatment.

How to Treat Brown Spots and Sun Damage

Ideally, use broad-spectrum sunscreen often. Limit sun exposure when UV rays are strongest. This is the key to protecting your skin from sunburn and sun damage.

But if you already have them, do not worry. APT Medical Aesthetics offers safe and effective sun damage treatments. These include:

IPL/BBL PhotoFacial

IPL (Intense Pulse Light) or BBL (Broadband Light) is a revolutionary light-based therapy. It penetrates the epidermis and destroys melanin-producing cells. This versatile treatment works wonders on all forms of hyperpigmentation. It is one of the most promising sun damage treatments.

Forever Young BBL

Forever Young BBL™ reaches deep into the cell. It activates genes linked to youth. It turns off genes tied to ageing. New skin cells are programmed to give you youthful-looking skin. It removes sunspots and other signs of aging or sun damage.

Clear + Brilliant

Clear + Brilliant® is an advanced facial treatment. It addresses dryness, uneven skin tone, and sunspots. It also helps lacklustre skin caused by stress. This treatment is non-invasive, quick, comfortable, and gentle.

Halo Laser

Halo™ Hybrid Fractional Laser improves many skin issues. This includes hyperpigmentation like sunspots and actinic keratoses. This unique treatment provides continuous anti-ageing benefits. It penetrates deep into the dermis and boosts collagen production.

Chemical Peels

A clinical peel is an exfoliating treatment. It refreshes the skin and restores luminosity. It stimulates skin renewal. It delivers more visible results than traditional facials. A chemical solution is applied to remove outer skin layers. This reveals a clearer, imperfection-free complexion.

Medical-Grade Skincare

Medical-grade skincare with hydroquinone can lighten blemishes. Kojic acid and glycolic acids also fade brown spots. Retinoid exfoliates dead skin and rejuvenates the skin. It reveals a clearer and brighter complexion.

What Areas Can Be Treated for Brown Spots and Sun Damage?

Sun damage treatments can be done anywhere on the body. We use the therapies above to treat sunspots on the face, neck, chest, hands, arms, and legs.

Results You Can Expect from Treatments

Sun damage treatments have stunning skin rejuvenating benefits. Results range from gradual to dramatic improvements. This depends on the treatment’s aggressiveness and technique. Light chemical peels may have subtle results. Deeper peels offer far more noticeable changes.

For laser treatments like Halo, Forever Young BBL, Clear+Brilliant, and IPL/BBL PhotoFacial, your doctor may recommend several sessions. This could be 3 to 5 treatments spaced one month apart.

How Long Do Treatment Results Last?

Most sun damage treatments have long-lasting effects. Results can last from months up to a year. Follow your doctor’s post-treatment care instructions. Stay out of the sun as much as possible. Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen when you go outside. This shields your skin from harsh UV light. Chemical peels and laser treatments can make your skin photosensitive.

Book Your Free Consultation

APT Medical Aesthetics is a leading medical spa in Oakville. We offer the latest sun damage treatments. They can help you get the clear complexion you want. Reach out to us to learn more. Our team of experts is happy to assist you.

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