Some people think freckles are cute, but those who have many of them might beg to differ. The methods of treatment for body freckles differ, based on where the freckles are, how many you have and your skin tone. You may only need topical treatments if your freckles are light. You might want more aggressive treatment for any freckles that are especially dark.
Step 1
Apply lemon juice to your freckles two times daily. This has a significant lightening effect without the harshness of bleach. Allow the lemon juice to dry for at least 15 minutes both times. This can increase UV light sensitivity, so wear protective clothing when out in the sun.
Step 2
Wear sunscreen at all times. Exposing unprotected skin to the sun will create more freckles and possibly make already existing ones darker.
Step 3
Opt for a chemical peel if you have dark body freckles. This procedure is done by a dermatologist and peels away the top freckled layers of skin. Redness and swelling are common side effects, but are usually alleviated with over-the-counter analgesics.
Step 4
Schedule an appointment for laser resurfacing. This is usually done by a dermatologist, who anesthetizes the affected area and then removes the top skin layers with a laser beam. You may have to undergo multiple treatments to see results.
Things You'll Need
- Lemons
- Sunscreen
- Protective clothing
- Over-the-counter analgesics
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