Treatment Options for Age Spotsat Nuevo Skin Lab

Age spots, sometimes called sun spots or liver spots, are flat areas of darker pigmentation that commonly develop on skin exposed to the sun over time, including the face, hands, chest, shoulders, and arms. At Nuevo Skin Lab, treatment begins with an assessment of the spot or pigmentation concern, your skin characteristics, treatment history, recent sun exposure, and goals. Limelight IPL may be considered for selected sun-related pigment concerns, but not every dark spot is an age spot or appropriate for cosmetic treatment.

What Are Age Spots?

Age spots are areas of darker pigmentation that can develop gradually on sun-exposed skin. They may range from light brown to darker brown and can vary in size, shape, and location. They are commonly seen on the face, hands, forearms, chest, shoulders, and other areas that receive regular sun exposure over time. Age spots can resemble melasma, freckles, post-inflammatory pigmentation, moles, and other skin changes. A careful assessment is important before cosmetic treatment is considered.
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What May Contribute to Age Spots?

Age spots and other sun-related pigment changes can be influenced by factors such as:

Cumulative sun exposure over time

Individual skin characteristics and tone

Genetics and family history

Ageing-related changes in pigment distribution

Inconsistent sun protection

Previous inflammation or skin injury

Certain medications or medical considerations

Repeated exposure to UV light

Different pigment concerns can have different causes. A flat sun-related spot may be approached differently from melasma, a mole, post-inflammatory pigmentation, or a changing skin lesion.

Changes People May Notice

People may seek consultation for concerns such as:
  • Flat brown or darker spots on sun-exposed areas
  • Uneven-looking skin tone
  • Pigmentation on the face, chest, shoulders, hands, or arms
  • Darker spots that become more noticeable over time
  • Sun-related changes that affect the appearance of the skin
  • Questions about whether a spot may be an age spot or another type of pigmentation concern
Treatment recommendations are based on individual assessment. Not every dark spot or area of pigmentation is suitable for cosmetic treatment.
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Treatment for Selected Age Spot Concerns

Treatment recommendations depend on the appearance and location of the pigmentation, your skin characteristics, recent sun exposure, treatment history, and whether an aesthetic approach may be appropriate for your goals.

Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy uses controlled freezing to treat selected benign skin lesions, including some age spots where appropriate. It may be considered depending on the appearance, location, and characteristics of the lesion. Physicians at Nuevo Skin Lab will assess whether cryotherapy may be an appropriate option and explain the expected healing process, potential risks, and whether another treatment approach may be more suitable.

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Not every dark spot, pigment condition, or skin tone is suitable for Limelight IPL, cryotherapy, or mesotherapy. Our physicians will explain what each treatment may realistically support and whether another care pathway or medical assessment should be considered.

How We Personalise Your Age Spot Care Plan

An age-spot-focused plan may be shaped by:

    The location, colour, pattern, and appearance of visible pigmentation

    Whether the concern appears consistent with an age spot or another pigment condition

    Your skin type, tone, texture, sensitivity, and tendency toward pigment changes

    Current skincare products and active ingredients

    Recent sun exposure and daily sun-protection habits

    Whether personalised skincare guidance may be appropriate

    Your comfort with preparation, recovery, and maintenance

    Medical history, medications, and previous pigmentation treatments

    Whether aesthetic treatment, medical assessment, skincare guidance, or another option is most appropriate

The goal is not to promise complete or permanent removal of pigmentation. Treatment planning should reflect the nature of the concern, your skin characteristics, and what an aesthetic approach may realistically support.

When Medical Assessment May Be Important

Not every dark spot is an age spot, and some skin changes should be assessed medically before cosmetic treatment is considered. Medical assessment may be particularly important if a spot is new, changing quickly, irregular in shape or colour, raised, bleeding, painful, itchy, crusted, or associated with another skin change. Your provider may recommend that you speak with a physician or other qualified healthcare professional before proceeding with aesthetic treatment.
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Why Choose Nuevo Skin Lab for Age Spot Treatment?

At Nuevo Skin Lab, treatment for age spots and sun-related pigmentation begins with careful assessment, clear communication, and attention to your individual skin characteristics. We take time to understand the changes you have noticed, explain whether Limelight IPL may be appropriate, and recommend treatment only when it suits your skin and overall suitability. Our focus is on realistic guidance, thoughtful planning, and clear support throughout your care.
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Age Spot Treatment FAQs

Age spots are flat areas of darker pigmentation that commonly develop on sun-exposed skin over time. They are often seen on the face, hands, chest, shoulders, and arms.

Book an Age Spot Consultation

Book a consultation at Nuevo Skin Lab in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver, to discuss sun-related pigmentation, age spots, or uneven tone and find out whether treatment may be appropriate for you.

Visit Nuevo Skin Lab in Lower Lonsdale

Nuevo Skin Lab is located in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver, minutes from Lonsdale Quay. Visit our clinic for personalised aesthetic care in a welcoming, modern setting designed around your comfort and confidence.
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