Sun Spots

I had the same problem and went to a dermatologist. They gave me a prescription for Tri-Luma which worked wonders. They told me to use it in conjunction with Revale skin care products (you can buy this without a prescription and it works wonders). I had pretty bad sun spots and this almost completely removed them.

I had these a while back, and when I got off the pill they went away. Now I am back on the pill, but I got some stuff from Ulta that is helping called Exuviance.

I just had some sun spots that bothered me removed via laser treatment. Super fast, easy and only a short minor discomfort. In 4 days my spots literally sloughed off my face. I am very happy with the results and it was not expensive. Go see any spa that has laser therapies or treatments. Good luck!

M.

K.,
My SIL has struggled with the same issues. She is very careful to always wear sunscreen, etc. She has been going to the dermatologist for years and spend thousands of dollars on different prescriptions and none of it has worked. She started using Arbonne's RE9 anti-aging skin care line and over time, it has taken care of the problem. She even took it to her dermatologist who has now started selling it in his office because of the great results he is seeing with it. I have some samples that I would be happy to send you. If you would decide you would like to purchase it, I would give you my 35% discount and Arbonne has a 45 day money back guarantee. If you have any questions or would like to receive the samples or place an order, you can email me at ____@____.com website is www.foravibrantlife.myarbonne.com if you would like to look at Arbonne and the products.
Best wishes!

Try glycolic acid. Not sure where you will find it, try google-ing it. I found it at a private skin and herb shop a long time ago. The lady there was heavily freckled and had used it for a while on one hand. Wow!! What a difference! That hand was smooth, while the other was covered in freckles. I tried using it for acne. The down fall is that it kind of itches when you first put it on. After all, it is sluffing off layers of skin. But, if you can stand it, it seems to work wonderfully! Good luck!

I have used a prescription product called Tri-Luma in the past. It's for a condition called Melamsa which is similar to what you describe. You might check with your dermatologist. It works really well for me.

If you decide to use it, check out the Tri-Luma website. I am usually able to find a rebate coupon for $25.

you can try Avon's photo radiance treatment. It is a lotion and it works wonders!! Avon offers a money back guarantee if you aren't happy with it. (I am sure you will love it) I will even give you 10% off. go to my website: www.youravon.com/suzannewebb or email me at ____@____.com.

I completely second the post on the RE9 Arbonne line!
Good luck.
S.

Something that I have tried before is by Origins called Modern Friction. They have one for the body and one for the face. The price is inexpensive compared to some of the professional services that are offered.

I have been using the Philosophy products now for almost a year and they have changed my skin! I also use the Arbonne Mineral powder foundation and LOVE it. People ask me all the time what I have done to my skin and that they wish they could have such nice skin with out make up (I am wearing the Arbonne mineral powder foundation when they say that) I have had Roseca (sp) for a wile now and it has really almost disapeared by useing the philosophy products. I got mine at Nordstroms but I also get the at QVC online QVC has great deals on all their products...

Good luck
A. J
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I use the brand Alpha Hydrox, foaming face wash and cream I alos alternate the cream with pure Vitmin E oil. I used it years ago but couldnt find it anymore, I recently found it again at drugstore.com its about $15 for both products, some of the MAry Kay I have used doesnt seem to do anything at all except cost me money and the Avon stuff is to expensve at $30+ per jar of cream.

The Alpha Hydrox gives really fast results too in a about a week you should see a big differece!

K.

Hi K., My name is J. I had the same problems for many years, since I had my second child, and he will be 20 this November, so this year I was referred to a derma.for the dark sun spots on my face, he prescribe an awesome cream called Tri-Luma Cream and to use sunscreen that was 45 and higher for the rest of my life...well within a week that cream made a big difference...I love the way my face looks and feels....I have used many products from MaryKay,and Arbonne, nothing really helped but this cream worked great and got results quick...this dr. is located in duncanville..

I know for a fact that Mary Kay's Time Wise Even Complexion Essence (nick named the "spot remover") works wonders. I have customers that swear by it. It works on anything from pregnancy mask to sun spots to age spots. It works by reversing, and preventing the melnin build up,(which is what causes the spots.) I can and would love to help you. Give me a call My home/work # is ###-###-####, or you can email me at ____@____.com You can also read more about it your self on my website, www.marykay.com/laceyjopeterson.
I wish you the results you are looking for in what ever you try.
L. Jo

Hi,
I had similar issues, but not because of sun, but radiation to my face. I use the Arbonne system and it has done a great job. My oncologist is so impressed. I would love to help you if you are interested. Thanks M.
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Every day when I prepare my morning green tea, before make up, I saturate spots with tea bag. I read that it does help and it does.

I use lemon juice (from the actual lemon) and that seems to work on spots. I also use cetaphil lotion (I buy a big jar at WalMart for under $12). When you use the lemon, put the juice on and then rub the rind over the spot(s). It takes a little bit, but it really works. Also, the cetaphil lotion has almost erased some really dark poison ivy 'scars' completely (on my arms). Again, it is not instataneous, but if you're patient, you will see results. I put the cetaphil on every morning before putting on my powder.

I know that mine are driving me INSANE!!!!! I just started using Garnier Skin Renew Lotion with SPF 28. Saw the commercial and thought I'd try it out. I've only been using it 3 days, so we'll see.

I do know that chemical peels & photo facials are great, but can't do them during the summer or you're wasting your money.

I have them also. I grew up in Southern CA, "worshiping" the sun and am now paying for them. I have tried all the creams and lotions that say they get rid of them with no luck and am considering a glycolic acid peel. Sorry I don't have any great advice. Let me know if you find something. Good luck.

I have the same problem! I went to a dermatologist and here is his name and number. I've been using the cream for a while now and have noticed a change. Of course it takes some time and some consistancy but my sun spots are pretty bad. Dr Adler ###-###-#### Park Cities Dermatology Center 8226 Douglas Ave Suite 540. www.dallascosmeticcenter.com

I was also told to get a like a pinkish red concleared to cover up the spots. Good luck girl! (Hmm, makes me wonder if men have the same beauty issues as we do.)

you will need to speak with a dermatologist, but i think that Retin-A will help.

I recently had fifteen sun spots surgically removed from my face! I wish I had listened to my Dad when I was sunbathing! Anyways... the only way to cover the sun spots is to apply a heavy darker type of concealer.

Good luck.

if you go to walgreens there is a lotion usually at the cosmetic counter and its called merlot. i've used it and i got my mom to use it. she has age spots badly and by using this lotion at least once a day you will be able to see the difference. i put it on my stretch marks when i was pregnant and by the end of my pregnancy i hardly had any. there is a lady at the walgreens in arlington at at ballpark and brown by the ballpark and the in progress tx stadium. her name is linda and she is awesome. she can explain whats in it and what it does. she knows her stuff, she studies all her products. you can call her tuesday-saturday from 8-4pm. ###-###-####

Hi K.!

"Sun spots" are often related to hormones combined with sun exposure and can be very frustrating depending on where they are. I have one on my face that has responded to Arbonne's eye cream in the Nutrimin C RE9 anti-aging line. It has kojic acid which is a natural skin brightener. The whole anti-aging line of skin care works over time to even out skin tone as it enables cell turnover to reveal younger looking skin. I love it! I have samples if you are interested and would be glad to share. That way you can try before you buy. The thing is, it takes time to fade those spots, so you won't see an "immediate" improvement. If you did go ahead and purchase the cream, it has a 45 day money back guarantee for situations like yours. No questions asked. Let me know if you are interested in the samples or just have more questions. My e-mail address is: ____@____.com luck! ~J.

K., I am J. with Mary Kay Cosmetics and we carry a wonderful line of sunscreen products, and also a Time Wise Even Complexion Essence, which you can wear under makeup. Don't know where you live but see if you can find someone in your area, if not let me know and I will help you.
J. Farrow
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Go to a dermatologist. It may cost a few hundred dollars but then they'd be gone. Then use one of the high-end skin care systems to keep up your face AND use sunscreen.

I use/sell Beauticontrol. I love the Cell Block C am/pm products.

Microderm. Use one of the in your own shower types every 3 days, and use moisturizer with sunscreen in the mornings. I used the Mary kay version, but the others may work fine. The Drs office microderm is good, but a lot more expensive. Use the sunscreen more often while you are microderming - you are more at risk after removing that top layer of skin. You will make more skin, and before long it will ALL be new!!

You are beautiful, with or without spots.

D.

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I have several customers who have seen an improvement. Yes, it takes time.

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Please remember to wear sunscreen daily on your face to prevent future damage. There are moisturizers with sunscreen and we carry a sunscreen called: day solution (very light).

First - up your sunscreen to at least an spf30 EVERY day. If you have an spf15 in your moisturizer, layer on a make-up that also has an spf and that will help with any future damage.

Second - I would recommend a product with some sort of an exfoliating agent to help slough off that dead yucky skin. A product that I have found works really really well is Bliss "sleeping peel liver spot lifter" as an on the spot treatment or Bliss "sleeping peel serum" as an all over daily treatment. Both products are extremely high in amino acids and antioxidants.

Third - I would recommend a vitamin C product to help turn around those damaged skin cells and help protect your sensitive face skin from any further damage or - even worse - cancer. I recommend Skinceuticals CE Ferulic. It's not cheap but it works. Here is a link that I found really informative about this product: http://www.clearcomplexion.net/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWP...

By the way, I have been an esthetician for 8 years. Thought that might be important for you to know. Ha. :)

Good luck!

I used a prescription grade skin care line called Obagi. I got it from my mother's cosmetic surgeon. It cost me $468 to start off and then you just replace products as you run out. It is absolutely amazing. It takes 18 weeks and literally re-programs the skin on your face. It is worth the investment and it will change your life.