Freckles are small, colored spots that can be found on your face, neck, back, chest, hands, and even arms. While they are typically harmless, freckles on the face can have a negative impact on a person’s self-confidence. If you’re also dealing with the same problem, there are several treatments you can consider to reduce the appearance of these pigmented spots.
In this guide, we shared how to rid freckles on face, treatments you can consider, and which one is right for you. Keep reading and see how our cosmetic laser center can help!
Types of freckles on the face
There are two main types of facial freckles: ephelides and solar lentigines.
Ephelides are often genetic, but could go away as you age. It also appears as dark brown, light brown, or red freckles on the face, chest, neck, and arms.
Meanwhile, solar lentigines are also referred to as liver spots or age spots. They are often characterized as black freckles on the face and usually show up if you’re 50 or older. But unlike ephelides, solar lentigines don’t fade away on their own.
How to get rid of freckles on the face
1. Perfect Derma Peel
The Perfect Derma Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that resurfaces your skin to target problems, including freckles and hyperpigmentation. It’s a medical-grade peel that will reveal a more even-toned skin in as little as 1 week.
Perfect Derma Peel will also stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in your skin, giving you a younger look. With this treatment, you can target multiple skin problems, even wrinkles and fine lines!
2. Exosomal Liquid Laser
Our exosomal liquid Laser is a combination of rejuvenating acids, microneedling, and exosomes. Exosomes are widely used in cosmetic treatments to improve skin texture and reduce hyperpigmentation, among other benefits.
Moreover, our liquid laser treatment is available in three options: Skin Tightening & Lifting, Skin Rejuvenating, and Skin Perfecting. For targeting facial freckles, we highly recommend the Skin Perfecting option that uses over 20 billion organic colostrum exosomes to smooth your complexion.
3. Laser Facial
Laser facial uses the Candela laser technology to target facial freckles without damaging the surrounding skin. It’s also non-invasive and gentler than chemical peels in reducing the appearance of your freckles.
During the laser facial session, you’ll feel a sensation similar to a rubber band snapping on your skin. Medical spas like Pure Skin Laser Center also use topical numbing creams to keep your treatment as comfortable as possible.
Depending on the type of freckles you have, you may need several laser sessions to even out your complexion. The good thing with laser facial is it also works on raised freckles on the face, such as seborrheic keratoses.
Which freckle treatment is right for you?
All three treatments we discussed above work for freckles on the face, but in different ways and levels. If you’re unsure which treatment to get, you should consider the following:
- Severity of your freckles. Perfect Derma Peel and Liquid Laser works well for mild to moderate freckles while Laser Facial could offer better results for moderate to severe freckles. Laser treatments are generally more effective for deeper pigmentation.
- Your skin tone. Individuals with darker skin tones may have a higher risk of hypo- and hyperpigmentation when undergoing laser treatments.
- Your skin sensitivity. Trusted medical spas will conduct a patch test first to see if you have sensitivity or allergies to certain treatments. This can help narrow down which freckle treatments work best for your skin.
- Your skin condition. Active skin infections or certain skin conditions may affect the choice of treatment for your freckles. It’s important to discuss it with a legitimate provider to ensure your safety.
Book a consultation at Pure Skin Laser Center!
If you need professional advice on choosing the right freckle treatment, you can book a consultation at Pure Skin Laser Center. Our licensed aesthetician will assess your skin and recommend the ideal treatment to reduce your freckles!
Our aesthetician has 10+ years of cosmetic expertise with over 1,000+ happy clients in North Hollywood. With us, your skin will be in good hands!
FAQs about facial freckle treatments
Can freckles be completely removed?
The appearance of your freckles can be reduced, but it can’t always be fully removed. Factors, including genetics, sun exposure, and type of treatment, will affect how effective the freckle removal will be.
Does Vitamin C get rid of freckles?
Do freckles naturally disappear?
Does retinol get rid of freckles?
Does kojic acid remove freckles?
Can sunscreen fade freckles?
Does niacinamide fade freckles?
How long does it take to see results from freckle treatments?
Depending on the type of treatment, it will take at least 1 to 2 weeks to see results on your freckle removal. For example, chemical peels can lighten freckles in just 1 to 2 weeks, while laser treatments may require 2 to 3 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart.
Always remember that results from freckle removal vary from one person to another. It’s important to discuss your desired results with your provider, so you can set realistic expectations.
