Are you concerned about agespots? Learn what causes them and the available treatment for age spots.

Agespots - brown, round, and flat spots - are the result of increased pigmentation in the skin. These spots are harmless and are thought to be caused by sun exposure over one's lifetime. This is why we tend to see agespots more so on the hands, face and neck versus other sun protected body parts. Should an agespot become thicker and raised you should see your physician - it may be a sign of cancer.

There are several available treatments for age spots, but the best advice is to prevent them from happening all together. Keep sun exposure down to a minimum and if you do have to be outside for an extended period of time be sure to use sunscreen with at least an SPF of 15.

Agespots do not have to be a problem for you - read on to learn the latest available treatment for age spots.

The cost of treating agespots is almost inversely proportional to the amount of time it will take you to treat them - the more you spend, the less time it takes.

Fade creams are popular because they can be easily added to one's beauty regime and they are affordable. On average it will take months of use before results are noticeable. Look for the active ingredient hydroquinone. Most fade creams have 2% hydroquinone, but you can ask your physician to prescribe a stronger cream if necessary. These creams tend to be more affective on those with fairer skin than those with darker skin tones. Remember, agespots generally cannot be removed with fade creams alone.

Another treatment for age spots that can be used in conjunction with a fade cream are laser treatments. In this method agespots are burned off the skin with a laser beam. This treatment is definitely more expensive than fade creams, but the results are quicker and more effective.

Learn more about how to deal with age spots. Also read our tips on how to pick the right wrinkle cream and look younger.