Age brown spots which are also termed as sun spots develop due to years of exposure to bright sunlight. Some people say that age brown spots do not develop due to sunlight. But, it is wrong as these brown spots appear only in the areas of the skin that is exposed to sun light. The affected areas include the face, neck region and hands. Age brown spots are harmless, but they give an aged appearance than you actually are. However, they have to be given importance if they appear to increase in size or number. This article presents you with certain simple tips to get rid of age brown spots.

Rather than working hard to get rid of age spots after they are developed, it is better to take measures to prevent them from forming. One such preventive measure that reduces the chances of forming age spots is the use of sunscreen lotion whenever you go out in sun. In addition to using sunscreen lotion, it is essential to cover the skin to the maximum possible extent.

Now, let us see the various available treatments for curing age brown spots.

• Alpha hydroxyl acid gel is the best treatment for age brown spots. The gel has to be applied regularly before going to bed at night time after washing the face thoroughly. The gel is found to cure not only the age spots but also the freckles or dark spots that appear at the time of pregnancy.

• Retin-A is another cream that is effective in curing age spots. It is found to show positive results after a regular use of about six months.

• Chemical peels can be also be used to get rid of the age brown spots. However, they give perfect results in individuals with blue eyes and blond hair.

• Liquid nitrogen therapy is another therapy that is used to cure age brown spots. In this method, the spraying of the liquid nitrogen over the spots turns the spots into white color after a period of about one month. However, this treatment is associated with the risk of forming permanent white scars.

• Regular application of natural acidic products such as lemon juice and sour milk gives effective results.

• Fresh fruit or vegetable masks also help to lighten the brown spots.

• Application of olive oil that is enriched with vitamin E regularly at night times before going to bed helps to get rid of brown spots.

• If you are using tanning beds to improve your skin complexion, avoid using them. As the excess heat used in them could also result in formation of brown spots.

Apart from all the above treatment options, it is essential to take care of the diet. It is recommended to take a healthy well balanced diet that is rich in fresh fruits and vegetables. A healthy diet helps to maintain a healthy body that is devoid of any ailments. It is also recommended to quit habits such as smoking and alcohol consumption that result in build-up of toxic free radicals in the body. It is found that free radicals aggravate the problem of brown spots.

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