A Dermatologist-Backed Plan to Fade Sun-Induced Age Spots
Age spots (solar lentigines) come from sun exposure and can fade with consistent use of topicals like vitamin C, azelaic acid, tranexamic acid, and retinoids, plus daily sunscreen (tinted mineral SPF to block visible light). For faster results, in-office options such as lasers or peels help. Expect 8–12 weeks to see fading, longer for deeper spots; start prevention in your 20s and have a dermatologist confirm spots aren’t melasma, PIH, or skin cancer when they change.
