5 Reasons To Consider Laser Treatments For Brown Spots

This article discusses laser treatments for brown spots on the skin. Brown spots are caused by sun damage and aging and appear as slight discolorations, especially on the face, neck, arms, and hands. Laser treatments are an effective and safe way to remove brown spots using precision technology to target pigmented areas without harming surrounding skin. Various laser options can treat large or small brown spots. Most patients see results after just one or two treatment sessions, with some noticing improvement within days. Side effects are mild and temporary. Lasers stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate skin to minimize discoloration over time.

What are the common causes of brown spots on the skin?

Brown spots, also called age spots, black spots or other names. Brown spot are a fungal disease that infects the coleoptile, leaves, leaf sheath, panicle branches, glumes, and spikelets. Its most observable damage is the numerous big spots on the leaves which can kill the whole leaf. Before we figure out how to treat the brown spots, we should be aware of the causes for brown spots. The main factors that lead brown spots include：

1. Over sun exposure to UV light

Sun exposure is the biggest factor which leads to brown spots. Brown spot, also called sun pot has a bigger chance to appear on those person who always stay under the sun. The UV ultraviolet rays from the sun damage the skin and burn the skin surface, damage the skin cells and finally cause over melanin. Long days later, it will lead to the development of dark spots.

2. We aging

Everybody will become older, our skin will lack elasticity and more prone to wrinkles and age spots. As we age, the melanin will accumulate in our skin and it will grow up to brown spots.

3. Hormonal level changes

No matter you are old or young, men or women, hormone levels may change and it will cause dark spots to form on the skin. It has a bigger chance to happen for the person who is during pregnancy or menopause.

4. Medications

The study has show that certain medications, like oral contraceptives (birth control pills), acne medications, and drugs that cause sensitivity to light may lead to brown spots.

5. Ethnicity

Compared to the person with lighter skin tones, people with darker skin tones are more prone to developing dark spots.

6. Diabetes

You could not ignore diabetes as is one of the most common causes of dark spots is diabetes. Diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in the skin, leading to a decrease in blood flow and an increase in pigmentation. This can cause the development of dark spots on the skin.

7.Genetics

If your family has the history of spots such as freckles, you may got freckles too when you grow up.

8. Healing from injury

Injury to the skin such as acne, cuts or burns may cause brown spots too. It is also called postinflammatory hyperpigmentation.

9. Food

Yes, you may doubt but food can cause spots. Parsnips, carrots and celery contain high levels of psoralen. It is also found in spices and herbs such as star anise, cumin, coriander, dill and mustard. Citrus fruits are also sources of psoralen. It’s the reason lemon juice, a traditional remedy for dark spots, can cause more dark spots to form.

Types of laser machines for brown spots

Lasers are effective for brown spots because the lasers will break down the pigmentation in the target areas. Lasers are a wide range technology because the different wavelength. For the laser used for brown spots, we recommend:

Picosecond laser machines: Picosecond laser machine is the most advanced technology for pigmentation removal without damage on the surrounding areas. It is because the pico laser is so quick, the pulse width is only pico seconds.
Q-switched ND Yag laser machine. The ND yag laser uses a “Q” switch to control the pulse width and it comes with 1064nm and 532nm treatment heads for different types of pigmentation.
Ruby laser: It is another type of Q-switched laser that features a short pulse for optimal absorption and superior results eliminating pigmented spots.
Co2 fractional laser machine: The 10600nm CO2 fractional laser resurfacing machine target the cellular level with small channels in the skin’s surface to stimulate collagen production. Its factional mode can perfectly reduce the brown spots.
PicoPlus laser: It is a combination of nanosecond and picosecond wavelengths for precision treatments with optimal outcomes.
Intense pulse light: The IPL technology has a wide range of wavelength and can treat brown spots, ages spots, freckles, acne and other types of pigmentation.

Laser applications and advantages table

Laser type	Application	Advantages
Pico Laser	All types of pigmentation in both dermis and epidermis	Painless pigmentation removal, the pulse width is only several picosecond.
Q-switch Laser	All types of pigmentation in both dermis and epidermis	Effective, fast and permanent pigmentation removal.
Ruby Laser	Age spots, birthmarks, and tattoo removal	Quick, painless, effective and Less damage to the skin
Fractional laser	Skin resurfacing and pigmentation reduction	Non-invasive skin resurfacing with minimum side effects
Picoplus laser	All types of epidermis and dermis pigmentation	A combination of Q-switch laser and picosecond laser
IPL	Pigmentation in epidermis such as freckle and age spot	Cheap, effective and with a wide range of application.

5 reasons we consider laser treatments for brown spots

1. Laser treatment is non-invasive and non-surgical

Different to other surgical pigmentation treatment, laser pigmentation removal is non-invasive and non-surgical. It does not requires needles, incisions or knifes to penetrate in the skin layers, this technology works by using laser to working on the pigmentation. The laser targets in the melanin but will not damage the surrounding tissues.

Because laser treatment is non-invasive and non-surgical, the lasers for brown spots has a minimal downtime and recovery, most people can go back to daily work after a short healing process.

2. Laser treatment for brown spot is quick and effective

One of the most important reason for selecting a laser for brown spots is that it is quite effective and safe. The laser could completely remove the pigmentation in the skin in few sessions. Each treatment cost around 30 to 60 minutes. The interval for each treatment is around 4 weeks. Typically, for some epidermis spots, it only requires only 1 or 2 sessions to achieve the desired results.

The sessions required is according to the treatment area size, brown spot types and how many brown spots there are. Luckily, for most of the patients they will observe a quick and effective results after only one treatment, the results will enhance and start being visible within a few days and continue to improve over several months gradually as more collagen is produced and pigmented cells are removed from the skin.

3. Laser treatment is safe and has less side effects

Pigmentation laser removal is a FDA approved technology and it is proven to be safe for brown spots removal.The laser precisely work on the target area without burning or damaging other areas. The laser pigmentation removal process is in only several nanoseconds to reduce the possibility of side effects. Most patients do not experience side effects, but some may experience and it will fade in 1 or 2 days.

Potential side effects of laser brown spots removal.

Bleeding
Redness or irritation
Swelling
Slight bruising
Crusting or peeling
Hyperpigmentation

4. Laser treatment can treat many types of spots and pigmentation

Laser treatment is an ideal option for all types of pigmentation. Pigmentation can lie in epidermis and dermis layer, laser machines can treat a lot of skin conditions and concerns. Laser machines is not only reduce the unwanted brown spots but also enhance the collagen production and elastin. Lasers can treat

Brown spots removal
Skin rejuvenation
Tattoo removal
Carbon laser peeling
Wrinkles and fine lines
Enlarged pores
Acne
Spider vein

5. Laser treatment result is long last or permanent

Typically speaking laser treatment for brown spots are permanent for most of the patients if they control their diet and hobby after the treatment. At least, the laser pigmentation result will last a long period because the laser directly break down the melanin or the pigmentation.
What is the goal of laser treatment for brown spots?

Laser treatment for brown spots removal process

1. Counseling and Following your doctors

You doctor will place great emphasis on counseling. The doctor will ask you about the symptoms and areas of concern, provide advice tailored to the patient, and decide on a treatment plan. It is important to make your plan before you start your laser brown spots removal process.

2. Clean your face

As the laser may work on colorful makeup, you should remove it in the face washing room. Cleansing is also available, so if you want to put on makeup after your treatment and go home, please bring your makeup tools.

3. Anesthesia

Photographs will be taken to record progress photos.After the photo shoot, you will be given anesthesia according to your wishes.

4. Set the parameters

The doctor will set the accurate treatment parameters for each patients, and they will ask your feeling during the treatment. If you feel too strong, the doctor will low down the parameters, if you feel nothing, they may enhance the value of the parameters.

5. Record and finish the treatment

The laser will directly target on the melanin under the skin layers, the laser break down the pigmentation without damaging the surrounding tissues. The whole treatment takes around 30 to 60 minutes, for most of the pigmentation, 2 to 4 sessions are enough. The interval between each session is 30 to 45 days. Don’t forget to take before and after photos to record the results.

6. Aftercare

As laser machine for pigmentation is non-invasive, it has almost no downtime, people can put on your makeup and go home after the treatment. But still remember to avoid sun exposure, hot water, swimming and other cosmetic treatments in one month.

Suggestions:

a. Advise on proper sun protection after treatments
b. Recommend moisturizing and exfoliating regularly
c. Emphasize ongoing sun protection to prevent new brown spots from forming
d.No swimming, no Sauna and not use hot water to wash face.
e.Avoid Peeling Flaky Skin or using other laser technology

Laser brown spots removal before and after

Conclusion:

Laser machines for brown spots removal are non-invasive, effective, safe and fast.Laser treatment has become more and more popular for the person who wants a clear face without brown spots. Although laser treatment has so many benefits, we still suggest you to select a board-certified dermatologist as lasers are professional. You need a reliable operator to make everything work effectively and safely. VIVA concept is the leading supplier for all types of pigmentation removal machines, feel free to contact us for more details.