Even Out Your Skin Tone in New Jersey
Brown spots, also known as age spots, liver spots, or lentigines, are a common type of hyperpigmentation that appear as flat, brown, or dark patches on the skin. They can vary in size and shape, often developing in areas that receive frequent sun exposure, such as the face, hands, shoulders, and arms. While many brown spots are harmless, they can be mistaken for more serious conditions like skin cancer, making professional evaluation important.
Brown spots form when melanin—the natural pigment in skin—collects in concentrated areas. While sun damage is the most common cause, there are several additional factors that may contribute, including:
Hormonal changes: Pregnancy, menopause, or hormonal therapy can trigger pigmentation shifts.
Skin trauma: Burns, acne breakouts, or bug bites can sometimes leave behind dark marks.
Aging: Natural skin changes over time make brown spots more likely as we grow older.
Genetics: Some people are more prone to developing brown spots due to family history.
Thickened skin: Repeated friction or irritation may cause pigmented patches to appear.
Understanding the root cause is key to selecting the most effective treatment plan.
Although most brown spots are benign, it’s important to have new or changing spots checked by a dermatologist. You should consider medical evaluation if a spot is:
Growing or changing in size, shape, or color
Dark, irregular, or raised in appearance
Accompanied by itching, pain, or bleeding
Appearing suddenly without an obvious cause
In addition to health concerns, many patients choose treatment because they feel brown spots make their skin look older or uneven. Whether for medical reassurance or cosmetic improvement, our team is here to help.
Our specialists offer safe, effective, and personalized treatments designed to reduce or eliminate brown spots. Options may include:
Laser therapy – Targets pigmented areas to break up excess melanin and restore clarity
Chemical peels – Removes damaged outer layers of skin, revealing a smoother, more even tone
Cryotherapy – Freezes select spots to safely remove unwanted pigmentation
Topical medications – Prescription-strength creams or serums that lighten or fade spots over time
Medical management – If underlying skin conditions are contributing, we address them directly
Each treatment plan is tailored to your skin type, pigmentation severity, and personal goals.
Learn More About Brown Spots
Pigmentation and vascular issues come in many colors, including the gray-brown of melasma, the lightened patches of vitiligo, or the red of broken blood vessels. Talk to the Skin & Laser Center of NJ team about your spots—whatever their color—for help with achieving clearer skin.
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Learn more about medical treatments at New Jersey’s Skin & Laser Center of NJ. Call 201-500-7525 or contact us online to schedule a consultation.