topic Re: sun spots in Beauty

sun spots

Liz123 — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 01:25:40 GMT

Sigh. I'm in my early 30's, and I'm starting to see sun spots on my face. I wear sun screen now, but unfortunately that wasn't the case when I was younger.

Any recommended products to help them from being more noticeable?

Re: sun spots

TuesdayTaylor — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 01:46:31 GMT

Philosophy's Miracle Worker Anti-aging Retinoid Pads will totally lighten them. Don't give up on them after a week, you've got to stick with it to see results, just like with any retinoid.

Re: sun spots

ellaphant — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 02:02:26 GMT

And do not sun tan any more at ALL. Wear at least a #30 sunscreen face neck, hands, chest - any exposed skin...365 days a year. I am 60 and started wearing sunscreen and never tanned again in my early 30's....my face only has mild sun marking, my neck, chest and hands are spotless.

Re: sun spots

myshell624 — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 02:18:31 GMT

Vitamin c in the AM and a retinol product in the PM helps mine. I am currently searching for new serums so I don't have any specific ones to recommend. I also wear at least a spf 30 everyday.

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Msgdfx — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 02:35:51 GMT

For a year, I tried Garnier Dark Spot Corrector with no results, I finally broke down and went to a derm that prescribed Retin A and hydroquinone for my dark spots.

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Bagsers — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 05:58:34 GMT

Also, use a non chemical sunscreen. I think something with zinc oxide works the best. I notice my freckles don't come out if I use ZO. And, although I don't burn with a chemical sunscreen, my freckles darken. You're smart to address this while you're so young.

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SharkE — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 06:10:25 GMT

On 1/18/2014 Msgdfx said: For a year, I tried Garnier Dark Spot Corrector with no results, I finally broke down and went to a derm that prescribed Retin A and hydroquinone for my dark spots.

Porcelana has that hydroq in it and it's over the counter at walgreens, etc.

Re: sun spots

henderson — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 18:31:35 GMT

Ambi from Walmart. Contains 2% hydroquinone.

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BellaCarro — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 19:12:32 GMT

On 1/19/2014 henderson said:
Ambi from Walmart. Contains 2% hydroquinone.

Also, Nadinola. It contains 3%, has Shea butter, too. I have a hard time finding it so order rom drugstore.com. If you don't want to use hydroquinone there are natural ingredients such as licorice root that will work over time. Paula's Choice has a nice brightening serum. Any of them will take time so you have to be faithful and patient when using them.

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Kennedy — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 21:32:48 GMT

I don't have them on my face but I have them all over my legs. I've had some frozen off but the dermatologist says if I get in the sun they'll come right back. I'm embarrassed to even wear shorts in the summer. Wished I knew then about the sun what I know now!

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Tricolor — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 23:14:12 GMT

My DD used to spend much too much time in the sun. She is now 34 and began to develop very unsightly sunspots on her face. She started a job with a derm last year and the aesthetician told her that she would be an ideal candidate for Obagi. She has only been using it for about month. I just saw her this weekend since she lives out of state. What an amazing difference! It is actually peeling off the top layer. She has learned a valuable lesson plus she now sees first hand so many patients with skin cancer. I don't know if you want to try seeing a derm.

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metrogal — Sun, 19 Jan 2014 23:28:58 GMT

On 1/19/2014 Tricolor said:
My DD used to spend much too much time in the sun. She is now 34 and began to develop very unsightly sunspots on her face. She started a job with a derm last year and the aesthetician told her that she would be an ideal candidate for Obagi. She has only been using it for about month. I just saw her this weekend since she lives out of state. What an amazing difference! It is actually peeling off the top layer. She has learned a valuable lesson plus she now sees first hand so many patients with skin cancer. I don't know if you want to try seeing a derm.

Hi Tricolor......If you don't mind.....what exactly is Obagi and where can it be purchased? TYIA

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Tricolor — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 00:02:29 GMT

On 1/19/2014 metrogal said:
On 1/19/2014 Tricolor said:
My DD used to spend much too much time in the sun. She is now 34 and began to develop very unsightly sunspots on her face. She started a job with a derm last year and the aesthetician told her that she would be an ideal candidate for Obagi. She has only been using it for about month. I just saw her this weekend since she lives out of state. What an amazing difference! It is actually peeling off the top layer. She has learned a valuable lesson plus she now sees first hand so many patients with skin cancer. I don't know if you want to try seeing a derm.

Hi Tricolor......If you don't mind.....what exactly is Obagi and where can it be purchased? TYIAe

It is a line of skincare sold in physicians offices. It includes cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer and sunscreen. My DD mentioned that she is on the starter pkg, right now. Then she will go to a maintenance regimen. Also a friend of mine started this a few years and what a difference in her skin. She was someone who was not doing much with her skin and finally decided that she needed help with her aging skin.

Re: sun spots

metrogal — Mon, 20 Jan 2014 09:30:25 GMT

On 1/19/2014 Tricolor said:
On 1/19/2014 metrogal said:
On 1/19/2014 Tricolor said:
My DD used to spend much too much time in the sun. She is now 34 and began to develop very unsightly sunspots on her face. She started a job with a derm last year and the aesthetician told her that she would be an ideal candidate for Obagi. She has only been using it for about month. I just saw her this weekend since she lives out of state. What an amazing difference! It is actually peeling off the top layer. She has learned a valuable lesson plus she now sees first hand so many patients with skin cancer. I don't know if you want to try seeing a derm.

Hi Tricolor......If you don't mind.....what exactly is Obagi and where can it be purchased? TYIAe

Thank you Tricolor

It is a line of skincare sold in physicians offices. It includes cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer and sunscreen. My DD mentioned that she is on the starter pkg, right now. Then she will go to a maintenance regimen. Also a friend of mine started this a few years and what a difference in her skin. She was someone who was not doing much with her skin and finally decided that she needed help with her aging skin.

Re: sun spots

Feline Fine — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:49:34 GMT

On 1/19/2014 BellaCarro said:
On 1/19/2014 henderson said:
Ambi from Walmart. Contains 2% hydroquinone.

Also, Nadinola. It contains 3%, has Shea butter, too. I have a hard time finding it so order rom drugstore.com. If you don't want to use hydroquinone there are natural ingredients such as licorice root that will work over time. Paula's Choice has a nice brightening serum. Any of them will take time so you have to be faithful and patient when using them.

You can also order Nadinola Extra Strengh from Walmart.com, Amazon.com, & Ebay.com.

Re: sun spots

Desertdi — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 07:00:41 GMT

And have patience...........any skin lightener will take at least 90 days to see results.

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phoenixbrd — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 09:27:14 GMT

Metrogal RE the Obagi - be prepared to make a major investment...but there have been success stories with this product.

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phoenixbrd — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 09:28:24 GMT

I've tried all the inexpensive drug store products listed above and had no success but I'm really happy for those who had a better experience!

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Josrosey — Tue, 21 Jan 2014 12:36:08 GMT

A derm can zap them off and they will be gone forever. My derm charges $125 for 3

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lakes — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 17:14:48 GMT

Very hard to get rid of completely - but - can lighten them and then cover up - I have tried every concealer but - YBF yellow powder does good job and also Maybelline Eraser type concealer with sponge on top do cover/blend spots.