Dark spots on the skin are called hyperpigmentation and are something that we can help you with here at Lily Handt health + beauty. Our dark spot removal is a non-surgical, non-invasive technique to give you more even skin tone. If you would like to know more about this service, we welcome your call to schedule a consultation. We also want to share with you the most common causes of dark spots, so you can have the knowledge you need to minimize the risk of getting more.
- Sun Exposure- One of the most common causes for dark spots is too much sun exposure or time in tanning beds. This is such a common reason that dark spots are often referred to as sunspots. Protect yourself from sun damage and dark spots by using a sunscreen whenever you will be outdoors.
- Medications- Some medications, particularly NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and tetracyclines can increase your risk for skin pigmentations, including dark spots. While we wouldn’t recommend not taking these medications if you need them, talk to your doctor about any substitutes that might pose less risk if this is a concern of yours.
- Irritants- Avoid using skin or hair care products that you are sensitive to, as they can cause dark spots to appear.
- Skin Conditions- There are several skin conditions that can bring about dark spots, including acne, psoriasis, eczema, and other skin inflammation responses. Minimize your risk by taking care of any conditions as promptly as possible.
- Hormonal Changes- Skin discoloration can often occur during pregnancy and with the hormonal changes that occur as you age.
- Diabetes- Diabetics can often get areas of darkened skin color due to various dermatology issues related to this illness.
- Skin Injuries- Some skin injuries, such as burns, insect bites, or cuts can create a dark spot. Since these can sometimes fade with time, it is not always necessary to seek dark spot removal.