Do Age Spot ("Sun Spot") Skin Products Work?

I was a good mom, spending a lot of time outdoors with my kids these past two summers, and now my face has paid the price. I have a few permanent brown splotches as a result. I keep seeing Garnier ads for an age spot serum and I was wondering if anyone has ever tried such products.

Does it work?
Is it permanent or do you have to keep using it?
Which brands do/do not work?

And, yes, I use face lotion with sunblock every day and extra sunblock for long periods outdoors.

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C.J. answers from Dallas on October 18, 2011

OTC - I have had no success. I'd go to the dermatologist and get the good stuff.
The one product I have not tried is the Clinique, but I have tried murad, garnier, Aveda, another "vitamin c" product from the spa all a big, fat fail.

Right now I don't have the $$ to hit my derm, but it is on the wish book for January to find out what I can do clinically to improve the situation.

Good luck to you, though!

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C.J. answers from Milwaukee on October 18, 2011

I know the dermo has given me and my sister bleaching cream in the past. I've also had a LOT of success with microdermabrasion.

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C.M. answers from Detroit on October 19, 2011

Mary Kay has a great product that I love. I took away my pregnancy mask. It helps with age spots, sun damage, freckles, etc..

TimeWise® Even Complexion Essence is clinically shown to restore skin's natural, even tone by helping reduce visible dark spots and skin discoloration.

If you would like more info on this product please check out my website:
http://www.marykay.com/sunshinemaes/skincare/agefighting/...

Good luck,
C. M

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T.F. answers from Dallas on October 18, 2011

CLinique has a good product and they have a foundation with it as well.

I have used the Clinique product but I don't have large blothcy spots, just a spot or two here and here. It does work but it does not work overnight.

It will take time for the cremes to work, 6-8 weeks to see a difference. If you go into it knowing that you will be ok.

The dermotologist also has products that are stronger but also take time and regular use.

Good luck

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