Guide To Getting Rid Of Age Spots

Certain Medicated Creams

Age spots can be faded over time with certain medicated creams. These creams include chemicals such as retinoids, cortisone, and hydroquinone. Retinoids are medications derived from vitamin A. Cortisone cream is a type of steroid cream usually used for skin inflammation and should not be used for long periods because it can thin the skin. Though they can be bought over-the-counter, dermatologists can prescribe them in varying strengths. 

Hydroquinone cream prevents the skin from producing too much melanin, the pigment that gives age spots their color. Like cortisone creams, they can be bought over-the-counter or prescribed by the dermatologist and should not be used for a long period. Some of these creams should not be used on the face, and the patient should follow their doctor's instructions when using them.