Having dark spots on face has become a common problem in recent times. The most common cause of the appearance of these dark spots which are also called age spots is prolonged exposure to the sun. Though these spots are called age spots, people of all ages can be seen with dark spots on the face. However, old people are more likely to have this problem because their skin is exposed to sun for a longer period of time. The color of our skin is determined by the melanin present in our skin. People who have dark skin have very high level of melanin, while on the other hand, those who have very less melanin, have light skin. Due to the exposure of the skin to the UV rays of the sun, the production of melanin also increases and with time they begin to accumulate into small clusters under the skin, which appear as dark spots. Though these spots are not harmful and do not have any side effects, the presence of dark-colored spots on one's face is not a desirable thing. However, one need not worry anymore as there are several methods which will help to remove dark spots on face completely. Let us take a look at the several options that one can choose from to remove dark spots from face. How to Remove Dark Spots on Face Though the sun's UV rays are said to be the main reason for the appearance of dark spots, it is not the only one. Sometimes, this can be caused because of acne too. People who have completed their treatment for acne may notice dark spots on the areas where they had acne. Other than this, they can also be caused due to genetic impairment, nutritional deficiency and sometimes even because of some serious disease like impaired liver functioning, though this is quite rare. Whatever be the reason for the appearance of dark spots on face, you can get rid of them with the help of some simple methods. Laser Therapy Laser therapy is considered to be one of the best and the quickest way or removing dark spots from face. This is done by exposing the facial skin to an intense beam of light. This light penetrates the skin and the heat that it generates destroys the unwanted cells that cause dark spots, while leaving the healthy cells untouched. With this method, dark spots on face can be removed even with just one sitting. Though laser therapy is an easy method, it is quite expensive and not everyone can afford this. Apart from laser therapy, another method is cryosurgery where the unwanted skin cells are destroyed by freezing them. Chemical Peels If you find laser treatment very expensive, you can opt for chemical peel treatment to get rid of the ugly spots on your face. During this treatment, a chemical solution containing glycolic acid is applied on the face and when this chemical is peeled off, the dark spots come off along with the dead skin. With the first session, you will be left with fading dark spots and by the end of the treatment, all the dark spots will vanish from your skin and you will be left with clean and healthy skin. Lightening Creams There are various lightening creams available in the market that can help to remove dark spots under eyesand the face. Opt for a lightening cream which contains hydroquinone acid because it contains bleaching agents which aids in lowering the production of melanin in the skin. Your dermatologist will recommend the best skin lightening cream that will suit your skin and will help in getting rid of dark spots completely. Home Remedies If you have very sensitive skin and are not able to opt for any of the above treatment measures, home remedies will be best for you. Though the effects of home remedies are slow, they are safe and most of them do not have any side effects. Here are some of the home remedies that will help you lighten dark spots in a natural way.

• One of the best natural methods to remove dark spots on face is using lemon juice. Slice a lemon into two and directly apply it on your skin. Another way of doing this is by squeezing the lemon juice in a bowl and applying it on the face after mixing it with honey.
• Another way of curing dark spots is by using aloe vera which is used to treat various skin problems. You can either apply aloe vera juice or aloe vera gel that is available in the market. Regular use of aloe vera will surely aid in treating your dark spots in a month's time.
• You can also make facial masks at home to remove dark spots from acne. To make a facial mask, take 30 grams of oat flakes in a vessel and boil it by adding four tablespoons of milk. Allow it to boil for 5 - 10 minutes and then pour 3 teaspoons of honey into it. Mix well and when it gets cooled, apply it all over the face. Allow the mask to stay for ten minutes on the face and then rinse with lukewarm water.

I hope these remedies work for you to remove dark spots on face. Even after you get rid of these spots from your face, it is important to see to it that they do not reappear. For this, you should regularly use a good sunscreen, preferably one that has more than SPF 15. A good sunscreen will help in protecting your skin from the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays, subsequently preventing the appearance of spots as well as other skin disorders.