Dark Spot Treatment--Hydroquinone, Peels, Laser

Best Dark Spot Treatment--From the Doctor's Office

Try the suggestions above but still screaming, "Out, damned dark spot!?" It might be time for you to think about a more heavy-duty dark spot treatment.

Prescription Strength Hydroquinone

4% Lustra-Ultra

Over-the-counter remedies typically contain 2 percent hydroquinone a health care provider can prescribe  a  4 % formula, for example Lustra-Ultra, which will help fade patches in one or two months.

Cost About $150


Best Dark Spot Treatment--Medical Grade Glycolic Acid Peels

Carried out with a dermatologist, a glycolic acid peel dissolves the superficial layers of skin without leading to excess irritation. It's well suited for acne scarring and mild dark spots.

Cost $200 each (as much as six dark spot treatments needed)


Dark Spot Treatment Laser: Fractional Lasers

Also employed for conditioning lines and wrinkles, these products split up pigment from deep underneath the surface of the skin. They are great for dealing with bigger discolored patches.

Cost $1,000 per session (2 to 4 needed)


Dark Spot Treatment Laser: Q-SWITCHED RUBY LASERS

These lasers can be used as probably the most stubborn dark spots. They work by creating small scabs over the treated area, which in turn remove to show new skin underneath.

Cost  $500 per treatment (1 to 3 needed)