Laser Freckle Removal Los Altos CA

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

Local Businesses

Harry Mittelman Inc

(650) 854-2000
17930 Talbot Road S.
Los Altos, CA 94024


Siavosh Vossough

650-949-2771
851 Fremont Ave Ste 112
Los Altos, CA 94024


Todd Steven Anhalt

650-940-4460
129 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Donald Rudolf Laub

650-948-8786
28140 Story Hill Ln
Los Altos, CA 94022


John Louis Nicholson

650-948-4730
715 Altos Oaks Dr
Los Altos, CA 94024


Anhalt Todd S Facp

(650) 917-7711
129 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Robert Alan Ginsberg

619-265-2152
11535 Hillpark Ln
Los Altos, CA 94024


Anhalt, Todd

650-940-4460
129 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Todd S Anhalt

(650) 917-7711
129 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Tracie Bonnie Tavel

510-248-3045
Po Box 1951
Los Altos, CA 94023


Facial Plastic Surgery Center

(650) 941-8888
17930 Talbot Rd S
Los Altos, CA 94024


Amy Patricia Hughes

415-961-5891

Los Altos, CA 94024


Anhalt, Todd S Facp

(650) 917-7711
129 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Arthur Jay Abrams

650-964-0117
1614 Fallen Leaf Ln
Los Altos, CA 94024


Etta L Kwan-Wong

408-985-4560
112 E Edith Ave
Los Altos, CA 94022


Vossough, Siavosh

510-490-1222
851 Fremont Ave Ste 112
Los Altos, CA 94024


Aaron Michael Strefling

650-948-7111
Po Box 3998
Los Altos, CA 94024


Siavosh Vossough

(650) 949-2771
851 Fremont Ave – Suite 112
Los Altos, CA 94024


John L Nicholson Inc

(650) 948-4730
17930 Talbot Road South
Los Altos, CA 94022


Natalie Denise Mar

None
Po Box 430
Los Altos, CA 94023


Laser Freckle Removal FAQ in Los Altos, CA

What are the side effects of laser?

Mild swelling around the hair follicles. Pigment changes may occur, especially in those with darker skin – these changes are usually temporary. Slight redness of the skin. Temporary irritation resulting in blistering, crusting, scarring or other changes in skin texture.

Do freckles go away with age?

Natural freckles don’t need treatment. They aren’t a sign of a skin problem. As you get older, they may get lighter on their own or go away entirely, depending on what type of freckle they are. If you don’t like how your freckles look, treatments can help fade them.

How long does it take for freckles to fade after laser?

The darkened area typically begins to fade in 7 to 14 days. This is when you’ll also begin to notice that many superficial brown spots around the treated area are becoming lighter, and less noticeable. They won’t vanish with one IPL treatment, but in almost all cases patients will see progress.

Is it pretty to have freckles?

Freckles are beautiful Some of the world’s most beautiful people also enjoy flaunting their freckles, so feel free to do the same.

Can dark freckles be removed?

If your freckles are determined to be benign, they can be removed by treatments including lasers, peels, or prescription topical creams or a combination depending on the kind of freckles you have and your skin type.

What nationality has freckles?

While it’s true that such a mutation in people of Celtic heritage causes the stereotypical dot-dot-dots in fair redheads, variations of the MC1R gene lead to freckles in Chinese, Japanese, French, Mediterranean, Israeli, and certain African ethnic groups as well, explains Sharma.

Do freckles get worse with age?

Freckles often fade or disappear with age, while solar lentigines become more common as people get older. You can help keep freckles from getting darker, and reduce the likelihood that more will appear, by taking steps to shield your skin from sunlight, especially during the summer months.

Can retinol remove freckles?

While freckles may seem very different from hyperpigmentation and dark spots, they are still caused by UV exposure at the end of the day. Using retinol and retinoid products increases cell turnover, thus lightening spots of all kinds, freckles included.

Does pigmentation come back after laser?

Usually, pigmented lesions or spots that have been removed will not return after your laser treatments. However, there are various factors that can stimulate new hyperpigmentation e.g. exposure to UV, ageing, hormonal factors. Laser pigmentation removal treatments do not prevent new hyperpigmentation from occurring.

Which vitamin is good for removing freckles?

Three of the best vitamins for lightening dark spots are vitamin C, vitamin B12, and vitamin E. Vitamin C helps your skin produce more collagen while inhibiting the formation of melanin. Vitamin B12 also promotes collagen formation while supporting the growth of new skin cells.

Can I lighten my freckles?

Your dermatologist may recommend a deep chemical peel to fade your freckles. Topical Creams: Topical products like retinoids can help reduce the appearance of sun-damaged skin. There are also products available to fade freckles and other pigmentation issues.

How to stop getting freckles?

Use a sunscreen with SPF (sun protection factor) 30 or above. Reapply sunscreen every 2 hours while you are out in the sun. Avoid stepping out when the sun’s rays are at their peak (10 am to 4 pm) Wear sun-protective clothing and hats.