Identifying and Reducing Dark Spots on Your Skin
For many of us, changing complexions are an unavoidable side-effect of aging. Along with fine lines and wrinkles, one of the most common changes you might see is the appearance of dark spots. Dark spots are most likely to appear as you enter middle age, and are most often caused by sun exposure and other UV exposure. However, there are several different kinds of dark spots, and they can be caused by a variety of factors. Keep reading to discover more about the different kinds of dark spots, and the best products for treating and preventing them. Types of Dark Spots Sun Spots Sun spots, or dark spots caused by previous sun exposure (or other UV exposure) are the most common kind of dark spot. Also called age spots, liver spots, solar lentigines, and hyperpigmentation, these dark spots occur when your body produces a large amount of melanin as a response to sun exposure. They’re most commonly found on the face, hands, and shoulders — in other words, the parts of the body that are most o