Laser Freckle Removal Anacortes WA

Find top doctors who perform Laser Freckle Removal in Anacortes, WA. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Anacortes, WA.

Local Businesses

Brown Gary L

1-360-588-8985
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


Johnson, Donald

360-678-6561
3110 Commercial Ave Ste 105
Anacortes, WA 98221


North Cascade Ear Nose & Throatacl Plastic Srgry Center

(360)588-8985
328 W Main St
Anacortes, WA 98221


Island Medical Spa

(360) 588-1480
3110 Commercial Ave, #St 103
Anacortes, WA 98221


On Track Tanning

360-855-2190
903 B Metcalf St
Anacortes, WA 98221


Cascade Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center

1-360-588-9385
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


Dr.Donald Russell Johnson

360-588-0613
Ste 105, 3110 Commercial Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221


North Cascade Enterprise Hearing

(360) 588-8985
365 Butler Ave
Anacortes, WA 98221


Cascade Skin Care Center

1-360-588-8985
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


Gross James R

1-360-588-8985
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


Donald Russell Johnson

(360) 588-0613
3110 Commercial Ave – Suite 105
Anacortes, WA 98221


Harris Kevin C

1-360-588-8985
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


North Cascade Ent Hearing Aid Center

1-360-588-8985
1019 24Th Street Suite B
Anacortes, WA 98221


Brown, Gary L – Cascade Cosmetic Surgery

(360) 588-8985
110 N Blakeley St
Anacortes, WA 98221


Laser Freckle Removal FAQ in Anacortes, WA

Is IPL for freckles permanent?

IPL can treat discoloration from acne, but it is not an effective treatment for the ongoing condition of acne. It is also not effective for removing freckles, since the pigment is much deeper and permanent.

What is the best laser to remove brown spots?

IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) IPL is a great treatment to target dark spots. IPL uses multiple wavelengths to treat brown pigmentation and age spots. Common areas include hands, neck, chest, and face. IPL targets melanin-making cells without harming the surface of the skin.

What purpose do freckles serve?

Dr. Lisa Arkin. Freckles are composed of an ingredient called melanin, which protects against damage caused by UV light. Your body makes melanin to protect itself from sun damage.

What are the disadvantages of laser treatment?

Irritation and Redness. It is one of the most common disadvantages of laser treatment for the skin. Crusting. Change in Skin Color. Eye Injuries. Skin Infections. Excessive Skin Dryness. It Takes Time for Results to Show. Pigmentation Risk.

How many laser treatments does it take to remove freckles?

After one to two laser sessions, most patients are able to remove their freckles.

What naturally removes freckles?

Lemon juice: Apply lemon juice directly to your skin with a cotton ball, and then wash it off. Honey: Combine honey with salt or sugar to make a scrub. Buttermilk: Apply buttermilk directly to your skin. Sour cream: Apply sour cream directly to your skin, and then wash it off after a few minutes.

Is laser on face harmful?

Potential risks of the procedure include: Burns or other injuries from the laser’s heat. Scarring. Changes in the skin’s pigmentation, including areas of darker or lighter skin.

How does laser freckle removal work?

Laser freckle removal targets the melanin in your skin. It absorbs the pigmentation inside of the freckles. It breaks up the pigments of melanin. The freckles will be removed when the skin naturally exfoliates itself.

Who gets freckles?

Anybody can have freckled skin, but the colour of the specks may be lighter or darker depending on your hair and skin colour. People with red-coloured hair and fair skin are more likely to have freckles, but this is just one of many factors that affect whether skin freckles.

Does freckle laser removal hurt?

Laser freckle removal is not a painful procedure, and many of our patients describe the sensation as a rubber band snapping on this skin. However, some patients may benefit from a numbing cream if they have a low tolerance for discomfort.