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Sun Spots

Sun Spots / Dark Spots
Age spots, sun spots, or liver spots are darkened spots on the skin caused by exposure to ultraviolet light. They are typically visible on areas of the skin which are most often exposed to the sun such as the face and arms and are tan or brown in colour. Age spots are most common in people who are over 50, have lighter skin, and are prone to sunburns, however anyone can get them.
  • Hyperactive pigment cells
  • Excessive to sunlight/UV radiation
  • Excessive melanin production
  • Use of tanning beds
  • Light skin which is prone to sun burns
  • Aging
Vitalize Skin Clinic offers laser pigmentation removal to treat age spots, brown spots, and freckles with the Health Canada approved, Candela GentleMax Pro laser device. Laser treatment will cause the dark spots to flake off and/or diminish in appearance safely and without damaging the surrounding skin. In addition, chemical peels may also lighten dark spots by peeling off the top layer of the skin.