Brown Spots - Freckles

Freckles are small, flat brown marks that appear on sun exposed skin. They are more common in fair skinned individuals and tend to darken with sun exposure and fade in winter.

What causes freckles

Freckles develop when pigment producing cells make more melanin in response to ultraviolet light. They are harmless but indicate a higher sensitivity to sun damage.

When freckles need assessment

Freckles are usually stable, but review is helpful if:

• A mark becomes darker or irregular
• One freckle looks different from the rest
• There is rapid growth or change in outline

Treatment is not medically required but cosmetic improvement can be achieved using:

• Picosure Pro laser
• Sun protection to reduce further pigmentation

If you have freckles that are changing in appearance, please contact us via the contact page.