5 Ways to Eliminate Brown Spots on the Face

Brown spots on the face are a common problem, and several things can cause them. One major cause is overactive pigment cells. These cells are responsible for producing melanin, which is what gives our skin its color. Brown spots occur when there is an overproduction of melanin by these cells. There are many ways to treat brown spots, but we’re going to focus on some of the most effective methods:

1. Laser and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL)

Laser and intense pulsed light(IPL) are two of the safest and most effective ways to eliminate brown spots on the face. Laser treatments use a beam of light to damage the pigment-producing cells in your skin, which causes them to slough off and reveal new, unblemished skin. IPL treatments use a similar technique, but instead of an actual laser, they use intense pulses of light that damage the pigment-producing cells.

Both laser and IPL treatments can be performed under local anesthesia. They can also treat other pigmentation problems such as age spots, sun spots, freckles, melasma, and rosacea.

2. Chemical peeling

A chemical peel is a treatment that exfoliates the top layer of skin and removes dead skin cells from the surface. This procedure can help to reduce or eliminate brown spots on the face. Chemical peels are sometimes used in combination with other treatments, such as microdermabrasion or laser resurfacing, for more dramatic results.

Chemical peels range from superficial to medium depth and involve applying a chemical solution to your skin. This solution may contain glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or trichloroacetic acid (TCA). These chemicals remove sun-damaged and dead skin cells while promoting new cell growth.

Chemical peels can be performed in a spa setting using an electrical current to stimulate cell regeneration.

3. Micro-needling

Micro-needling is a non-invasive treatment that uses tiny needles to create microchannels in your skin. These channels help stimulate collagen production, and the new collagen helps fill in the spots, so they disappear. It’s also great for treating fine lines and wrinkles because it stimulates elastin production.

Because it’s non-invasive, it doesn’t require downtime or recovery time so that you can get back to your life quickly after treatment. And because it stimulates collagen production rather than removing it, there’s no risk of scarring or hyperpigmentation from the procedure.

Sculptra

Sculptra is a popular treatment that helps smooth out wrinkles and folds in the skin while also improving volume loss. It’s been proven to help reduce hyperpigmentation (which causes brown spots) by stimulating collagen production. This means that it not only helps reduce brown spots but also improves the overall quality of your skin.

This treatment can work on a small or large area and will last up to 2 years. The results are subtle, but it is important to understand that the effects are not immediate.

5. DiamondGlow Facial

The DiamondGlow Facial is a treatment that will exfoliate, extract, and infuse your skin with specialized serums that enhance your skin’s luminosity and brightness.

It uses diamond-like crystals to gently remove dead skin cells, leaving behind a smooth surface for the next step: applying a customized serum. The serum contains vitamins and antioxidants to help fight damage from environmental stresses like pollution, UV rays, and free radicals. Your skin will be left looking more youthful and radiant than ever.

Say Goodbye to Brown Spots

Here at Santé MedSpa, we provide leading non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments for all your aesthetics needs. Schedule an appointment with us and learn about some of our best treatments for melasma, brown spots, discoloration, and other skin damage.