Age Spots
Age/Liver Spots are brown, black or reddish, slightly raised
lesions on the skin. These changes in skin color are normally
associated with older skin.
Liver spots are extremely common after the age of
40. They occur most often on the backs of the hands, on the
forearms, shoulder, face, and forehead, seemingly areas of highest
sun exposure.
They are harmless and painless, but they may affect
the cosmetic appearance. Occasionally, age spots may obscure the
diagnosis of skin cancers, so if in doubt, consult your physician.
Cause and Cure
The key to reducing age spots is hydration
and cleansing
- see 5 Steps to Total Health
When the body fails to fully detoxify through
the intestines, kidneys, liver, or lungs, the skin then provides the
greatest avenue for detoxification. As free radicals are released
through the pores of the skin, they leave a 'stain' (age spots) which we
attribute to normal aging. By detoxifying the elimination systems of
the body and cleansing the skin, we begin to reverse the process of
skin staining. See the product list below for cleansing solutions.
Some believe the increased pigmentation may be
brought on from long exposure to sun or other forms of ultraviolet
light. Common practices of applying sun screen and covering exposed
areas of the skin if outdoors for long periods should address this
concern.
