Dermatological Treatments
For stubborn pigmentation, a dermatologist may recommend:
- Prescription creams
- Chemical peels
- Laser treatments
- Other professionally supervised procedures
The right option depends on the cause of the pigmentation and your skin type. Some procedures can worsen pigmentation if performed incorrectly, so professional assessment is important.
5. How to Protect Your Skin From New Dark Spots
A simple daily routine can help maintain healthier-looking skin.
In the morning:
- Cleanse with a gentle facial cleanser.
- Apply a moisturizer suited to your skin type.
- Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher sunscreen.
In the evening:
- Remove makeup and sunscreen gently.
- Cleanse your face.
- Apply a suitable skincare treatment, such as niacinamide or azelaic acid.
- Finish with a moisturizer.
Avoid combining too many active ingredients at once, as this can irritate the skin.
6. When Should You See a Dermatologist?
Not every dark spot is simply an age spot or harmless pigmentation.
Arrange a dermatology appointment if a spot:
- Changes in size, shape, or color
- Has irregular or uneven borders
- Bleeds, crusts, or becomes painful
- Looks noticeably different from your other spots
- Appears suddenly or continues changing
