What Are Age Spots?

I've been asked this so many times.... what are age spots? Yes.... as I've gotten older, they've started showing up on me as well.

Age spots, also known as sunspots or liver spots, are caused by over exposure to the sun and free radicals.

Age spots can be easily identified because they are discolorations on the skin that are flat and brown, and are a result of too much pigment being released in a pecific area.

Most often, age spots appear on hands and forearms, or areas on the body that are not usually covered by clothing. Keep in mind that age spots may appear anywhere on the body.

Which products are suggested for age spots?

For discolorations such as brown spots, age spots or sunspots, we
suggest NutriMinC® RE9 products. Please follow the suggested usage for each product.

Why are NutriMinc® RE9 products suggested?

NutriMinC® RE9 REactivating Facial Serum and NutriMinC® RE9 Body Serum could be beneficial because they contain alpha and beta hydroxy acids. The AHAs and BHAs will exfoliate the skin and increase cell proliferation (new cell growth), which could help even out skin tone. For specific attention to lightening age spots on the skin, we suggest that you may want to "spot treat" the areas with NutriMinC® RE9 REpair, Corrective Eye Crème.

NutriMinC® RE9 REpair, Corrective Eye Crème is suggested specifically because it contains kojic acid, which is a natural lightener and could be extra beneficial in lightening these spots.

Important Recommendation
Melanoma can be mistaken for age spots or sunspots. We suggest that those who notice age spots that are very dark, that increase in size, or notice spots that look different than other age spots, consult a dermatologist immediately.

references cited:
PM Maia Campos, Allured's Cosmetics and Toiletries; June 2000
Word Wise, Les Nouvelles Esthtiques; December 1999