Discoloration of the skin, or dark spots, is an inevitable reality that can be brought on by age, sun exposure, or environmental factors. Dark spots on the skin are not a cause for concern and do not need treatment, though people may choose to remove dark spots on the face and body for cosmetic reasons.
Dark spots on the skin can range from light brown to dark brown and may depend on the tone of one’s skin. The dark spots are the same texture as the skin and are normally not painful. They also vary in size and can develop on any part of the body but are most common in areas often exposed to the sun.
If you happen to find dark spots becoming more visible or more widespread then you may want to consider a trip to your dermatologist. Once your dermatologist has performed a thorough screening and determined that your dark spots aren’t cancerous, it’s time to get down to business discussing what cosmetic option or options will work best for removing those dark spots.
There are several different causes of dark spots, other than sun exposure, such as:
Melasma is a skin condition that leads to small patches of skin discoloration. The condition is more common in women, especially during pregnancy.
Dark spots can develop after a bout of inflammation on the skin. Inflammation may occur for various reasons that include eczema, psoriasis, injury to the skin, and acne.
Dark spots may remain after an insect bite, burn, or cut heals. These may fade with time.
Cosmetic skin or hair products can irritate the skin, causing dark patches to form.
Once you discover the cause of your dark spots, your next step is to find a dark spot treatment that will work best for you.
The number one treatment for getting rid of dark spots and discoloration is laser therapy.
Laser therapy, like Chrome-Laser Skin Treatments available at Balanced Beauty, provides an easy way to refresh skin and eliminate a range of imperfections such as dark spots. Chrome-Laser Treatments at Balanced Beauty in downtown Geneva, just outside of Syracuse and Rochester, are quick and have minimal downtime, making them great alternatives to peels, microdermabrasion, and invasive surgery.
During Chrome-Laser Skin Treatments, there are different wavelengths that are able to penetrate through different layers of the skin. Depending on the severity of your dark spots, your professional at Balanced Beauty will determine the wavelength that will provide you with the best results. As the laser is directed over the skin it will heat up and reduce and even eliminate uneven pigmentation to provide a more even appearance to your skin.
While it’s common for most people to treat their face, you can get Chrome-Laser Skin Treatments just about anywhere, from your face and neck (Decolleté) to your chest and legs.
Chrome-Laser treatments can take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes to complete and can be performed without the need for anesthesia. The process is non-invasive and also boasts no downtime. Even though you may notice some redness afterward, you can go right back to your daily routine. You’ll start to notice the dark spots flaking and going away over the course of a couple of weeks. You will most likely require a couple of sessions in order to get the optimal results.
Don’t let sun damage ruin the appearance of your skin. Balanced Beauty can help meet your needs and provide you with the proper treatment option to give you the fantastic results you want. Chrome-Laser Skin Treatments can be an amazing way to remove dark spots and restore and revive sun-damaged and/or aging skin. Be sure to book your FREE consultation today!
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