How to get rid of dark spots? From causes and home care to dermatological treatments.

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I started getting freckles one by one on my face and even started getting dark spotsㅠㅠ

It's natural for blemishes to appear on your skin as you age, but just looking in the mirror makes me so stressed... I thought it would get worse if I left it like this, so I looked up some causes of blemishes and ways to get rid of them.

 

I'm sure many of you are struggling with age spots like me. I'll explain everything from at-home methods to dermatological procedures to getting rid of age spots!

1. Causes of blackheads

I was curious about why warts form, so I looked into various sources. According to the health information section of Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, the exact cause has not been identified.

In the past, it was thought to be related to sunlight, but recently, it is thought that the cause of the freckles is local proliferation of the epidermis caused by skin growth factors.

2. Difference between freckles and dark spots

Before learning how to get rid of freckles, I looked into the difference between freckles and age spots, which many people get confused about!

Freckles are generally considered to be caused by damage to the dermal layer of the skin, appearing in areas exposed to a lot of UV rays. Dark spots are known to be caused by epidermal cells repeatedly being exposed to external stimuli, and are said to have distinct borders compared to freckles.

3. How to Get Rid of Blackheads - Home Care

When you have a lot of freckles, you feel self-conscious when you look in the mirror and your confidence drops for no reason. So I looked up how to get rid of freckles at home!

 

1) Apply sunscreen

First of all, it's important to apply sunscreen generously on a regular basis, as UV rays can worsen the condition. Did you know that age spots aren't limited to the face? They can also appear on the hands and arms, so it's important to apply sunscreen thoroughly to your arms and legs as well as your face.

 

2) Use moisturizing cream

Also, it is said that symptoms can worsen when the skin barrier is broken, so it is recommended to regularly apply enough lotion or cream to moisturize the skin!

 

3) Reduce skin friction

Areas that experience frequent friction are more likely to develop dark spots, so it is helpful to avoid excessive scrubbing and the use of irritating cosmetics.

4. How to Get Rid of Blackheads - Dermatological Treatments

It's difficult to remove established dark spots with home care alone. In such cases, dermatological procedures can be helpful. Since the method may vary depending on your individual skin condition, it's recommended to consult with a specialist to determine the best treatment option!

 

1) CO2 laser

To remove age spots, consider a dermatological procedure called the CO2 laser. The CO2 laser uses a 10,600nm wavelength and is used to improve pigmentation, including age spots.

 

👉Learn about CO2 lasers that remove freckles

 

2) IPL

IPL is also a treatment method used to remove age spots. It uses strong light with multiple wavelengths to help improve skin concerns like age spots, freckles, and redness.

 

👉Learn about IPL for treating dark spots

 

3) Pico toning

Pico toning is a treatment that uses picosecond lasers to treat pigmentation. It helps improve pigmentation such as freckles and blemishes, and it's also used to treat stubborn pigmentation conditions like melasma and Ota's nevus.

 

👉Learn about picotoning, which can help treat pigmentation disorders.

5. Side effects of dermatological procedures

Some of you may be wondering if there are any side effects after dermatological procedures. It's said that redness or stinging may occur after the procedure. However, most people recover quickly.

6. Precautions after dermatological procedures

If you have undergone dermatological treatment to remove freckles, it is important to remember the post-treatment precautions!

You can shower after the procedure, but it is recommended to avoid saunas or steam rooms for about a week, and it is also said that refraining from exercise that causes a lot of sweating will help with recovery.

It is also recommended to thoroughly apply regeneration cream, moisturizing cream, and sunscreen after treatment!

 

Since my skin can get irritated after receiving dermatological procedures, I looked up various products to use after the procedure. After searching, I found products from brands that are available at professional institutions! Liviheal Exosome Ampoule and Cream are said to be mild and helpful for anti-aging. ㅎㅎ Liviheal Exosome Sunscreen from the same brand is also a sunscreen actually used at professional institutions. It is said to be a sunscreen that contains no harmful ingredients and helps with soothing and moisturizing!

 

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Today, I shared with you how to get rid of freckles, divided into home care and dermatological procedures!

If you have a lot of blemishes on your face, it can cause your confidence to drop, so I think it's important to take good care of it on a regular basis :)

 

References

Health tips from Seoul National University Bundang Hospital

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