Sun Damage & Sun Spot Removal

What is Sun Damage?

Excessive exposure to the sun can have numerous long-lasting effects on your skin, many of which are detrimental to its overall health and appearance. One of the most noticeable effects of sun damage is the formation of age spots. These are concentrations of skin pigment that result in an unevenly distributed tan. The flat, brownish patches typically appear on areas of the body most frequently exposed to the sun, such as the face, hands, arms, neck, and the ‘V’ of the chest.

Prolonged sun exposure can also cause your skin to become thinner, duller, and less flexible. This is due to the sun’s harmful rays reducing your skin’s ability to produce collagen, a protein that helps your skin maintain its elasticity and resilience. Without sufficient collagen, your skin is less capable of bouncing back after stretching and folding, leading to the appearance of more visible wrinkles, particularly fine lines.

Additionally, sun damage can lead to an increased occurrence of moles and actinic keratoses. Actinic keratoses are small, rough, raised areas of skin that can feel like sandpaper. Both moles and keratoses have the potential to develop into skin cancer if left untreated.

At Premier Laser & Skin Clinic, our skin specialists will conduct a thorough assessment of your skin to identify the specific features of sun damage you may have. Following this assessment, we will design a personalised treatment plan tailored to your needs. This plan typically comprises a combination of treatments designed to address the unique aspects of your skin damage and to restore your skin’s health and vitality.

Our treatments may include advanced laser therapy to target and reduce age spots and other pigmentation issues, as well as procedures to stimulate collagen production, thereby improving skin elasticity and reducing wrinkles.

Furthermore, we provide comprehensive aftercare and advice on how to protect your skin from future sun damage. This includes recommending the use of high-quality sunscreens, advising on the best skincare routines, and educating you on the importance of wearing protective clothing and seeking shade during peak sun hours.

By choosing Premier Laser & Skin Clinic, you can be confident that you are receiving expert care and a treatment plan tailored specifically to your skin’s needs, helping you to achieve and maintain healthier, more youthful-looking skin.