The face is the most important and prominent part of our appearance- it is one feature with which we interact, and encounter the world. Hence, it is no wonder that people want their face to look flawless, clear and spot free but unfortunately one skin condition that hinders the beauty of a face is freckles and blemishes.
Freckles are harmless tan, brown or black spots that appear on the skin either because of sun exposure or because of hereditary factors. Freckles are more commonly found in Caucasians with light skin, red or blonde hair and those who are more vulnerable to sunburn. Freckles are more conspicuous in summer and lighten in the winter.
They can appear on the face, neck, hands, chest and any other part of the body that has been overexposed to the sun. Freckles are one of the signs of photoaging- a process that speeds up the aging process due to sun exposure.Luckily, there are a number of treatments available to remove the appearance of freckles on the face. These include bleaches, chemical peels and laser resurfacing.
As of late, laser resurfacing has been on the rise and most popularly demanded by people due to its quick results and little risk involved. The IPL (intense pulsed laser) is one of the latest forms of facial rejuvenation that fades away freckles and blemishes. Unlike its predecessors that used intense, focused light the IPL uses intense broadband light. The IPL delivers energy to both the outer and deep layers of the skin without causing the surface any damage, thus there is a very short and quick recovery time.
Results have shown that the IPL can improve the texture of the skin, fade freckles and blemishes, age spots, melasma and even visible blood vessels. The results are very long lasting however proper care and maintenance such as wearing sunscreen and avoiding over exposure to sun are very much required.
