What are Age Spots..?

Liver spots are blemishes on the skin associated with ageing and exposure to ultra-violet radiation from the sun. They are also known as age spots, or senile / solar lentigines.

They range in colour from light brown to black and are located in areas most often exposed to the sun, particularly the hands, face, shoulders, arms and forehead. In spite of their name, liver spots are not related to the liver.

From the age of 40 onwards, the skin is less able to regenerate from sun exposure and liver spots are very common in this older age group, particularly in those who enjoy being out in the sunshine. They have been known to proliferate in some individuals under emotional distress.

In the vast majority of cases, liver spots pose no threat and no treatment is necessary.

Some people consider these spots unsightly and wish to have them removed for cosmetic reasons. They can be removed by laser treatment or skin peels.

Treatment using Laser
Using laser treatment, epidermal pigmented lesions such as age spots, sun damage and freckles can be visibly reduced and in most cases removed. Results can vary with each case. With some conditions one treatment may bee sufficient, while others may require 2-3 sessions before attaining a noticeable result. The laser practitioner will advise on specific needs.

Treatment by Obagi Peel
Designed to significantly improve the appearance and health of your skin, Obagi Blue Peel enables your doctor to achieve the best possible results on a broad range of skin conditions including:

• Epidermal and Dermal Pigmentation problems
• Fine lines, wrinkles, shallow stretchable scars, large pores
• Acne and Loose skin