Experts explain how to treat different types of dark spots
Dermatologists at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care explain which over-the-counter treatments work for various skin conditions in a recent guide.
Identifying the specific skin mark
Dr. Kseniya Kobets states that freckles, sunspots, melasma, and post-acne marks can look similar but respond differently to treatment. She notes that seborrheic keratoses are benign growths that lightening creams generally will not remove. Shape or color changes in brown spots should be evaluated to rule out skin cancer.
Choosing the right ingredients
Ingredients needed for post-acne marks may vary from those required for sun spots. The guide indicates that some conditions improve with creams while others need office treatments. Certain lasers are also used for dark spots that are particularly difficult to treat.
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