Usually appearing in the hands, face, décolletage, age spots often make people conscious of these regularly on-display areas. At Dr Aesthetica we use skin peels to reduce the appearance of these areas of hyperpigmentation.
Talk to our team about how a medical grade skin peel, performed by a trained practitioner can transform your age spots today.
Also known as sunspots, age spots are small areas of hyperpigmentation (discolouration) that frequently appear on the face,décolletage, hands and other parts of the body regularly exposed to the sun. They often range in colour from tan, brown or black, and can vary in size from 0.2 cm to 2 cm.
Overexposure to Ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun is the primary cause of age spots. Tanning beds, though an artificial source of UV light has the same effect. Melanin is a protective pigment in the skin that absorbs the UV radiation from the sun’s rays. Therefore, when you are frequently exposed to a lot of UV, melanin is produced in high concentration and often ends up clumping together. In return, this brings about the appearance of age spots.
Ageing is another contributing factor to the formation of age spots. As the skin ages, the number of melanocytes (melanin-producing cells) in the skin decreases. With the remaining ones increase their activity, there is overproduction of melanin in specific areas of the skin. These physiological changes explain the increase of age spots in those over 40.
Age spots are often harmless and don’t require medical care. Most people opt to get rid of them for cosmetic reasons. In many instances, age spots tend to group together, making them more noticeable. This makes a lot of people self-conscious.
On the other hand, if you’re worried that a dark area isn’t an age spot, you should talk to your general practitioner. Doctors can usually identify age spots by a visual inspection. If unsure, your doctor might do other tests, such as removing a small skin sample for examination in a lab (skin biopsy).
People of any age, sex, or race can develop age spots. However, some groups of people are more susceptible to developing age spots. These include:
When it comes to taking care of our skincare, a preventive approach is often best. Sun protection is the most significant step you can take to help prevent age spots from forming. One of the best things you can do is use a broad-spectrum sunscreen to prevent them from occurring in the first place. Also, try to keep out of the sun during its most intense hours and don’t forget about sun-protective clothing such as hats. These can go a long way in shielding your skin from too much sun exposure.
If you’re unhappy with the appearance of age spots, there are several things you can do to get rid of them. The pigment is at the base of the epidermis (the topmost layer of skin), so you need a treatment that can penetrate this layer of the skin.
Here at Dr Aesthetica, we have found Skin Peels to be a very effective treatment for many of our patients. All of our skin peel and care products are sourced from AlumierMD—a revolutionary range of clinically proven and high-grade products. The best part is that the treatment can be hyper-customised and tailored to your specific skin concerns. Chemical face peels work by removing the outer layer of the skin (where the age spots are located) and stimulating new tissue growth. They are excellent for targeting different skin depths that treatments such as dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, or facials cannot reach.
Skin Peels are generally safe. That being said, like any other cosmetic procedure, they must be performed by a trained and experienced professional. In the wrong hands, skin peels can result in adverse results such as scarring, swelling, infection, or discolouration.
AlumierMD (exclusively available at Dr Aesthetica) also offers home-based skincare solutions. With AlumierMD, we can laser focus on your unique skin profile and immediately begin working on your problematic area (age spots) without damaging your skin.
It all starts with a consultation with our professional aesthetics practitioners to address your age spots or any other skin concerns you might have. From this, we will create a specially designed skincare regime with clear, simple instructions. Expect to see some visual and physical changes to the skin within the first few weeks.
AlumierMD is a specialist Medical-Grade skincare brand. This means the products can only be bought from AlumierMD professionals who genuinely understand what the products are doing for your skin and how to build a customised skincare routine just for you, ensuring visible and long-lasting results. Dr Aesthetica is a registered and official stockist of AlumierMD products.
This means you can buy from us directly at our clinic, or we can sign you up to our exclusive online portal. If you are a current client and wish to register with us for a skin peel or home care solution, please do not hesitate to call us on 0127690242 or email [email protected]k so that we can arrange this for you.
If you’re unhappy with the appearance of age spots, there are several things you can do to get rid of them. The pigment is at the base of the epidermis (the topmost layer of skin), so you need a treatment that can penetrate this layer of the skin.
Here at Dr Aesthetica, we have found Skin Peels to be a very effective treatment for many of our patients. All of our skin peel and care products are sourced from AlumierMD—a revolutionary range of clinically proven and high-grade products. The best part is that the treatment can be hyper-customised and tailored to your specific skin concerns. Chemical face peels work by removing the outer layer of the skin (where the age spots are located) and stimulating new tissue growth. They are excellent for targeting different skin depths that treatments such as dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, or facials cannot reach.
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