Age spots, also called liver spots and solar lentigines, are small dark areas on the skin. They vary in size and usually affect adults over the age of 50.
Age spots can appear anywhere on the body. However, they are typically found on areas of skin that are exposed to sun such as face, arms, shoulders and the back of the hands.
Age spots are caused by excessive melanin (skin pigment) production. Contributory factors include skin aging, excessive sun exposure and use of tanning beds.
We can avoid/reduce age spots by avoiding sun beds, excessive sun exposure and the regular use of sun protection SPF 50.
At Clapham Skin Clinic, we offer a range of solutions for age spots. These include chemical peels including Obagi blue peel radiance and Obagi blue peel and Obagi nu-Derm skin treatment system, injectable treatments.