What Are Common Causes of Dark Spots?

There are many different causes of dark spots – it is important to see a board-certified dermatologist to assess and determine the exact reason. Common causes include:

• Melasma
• Solar lentigines (dark spots due to the sun)
• Seborrheic keratoses
• Moles/Nevi
• Freckles
• Medications
• Sun-damage
• Melanoma 

How are dark spots treated?

Since there are so many different causes of dark spots – treated is personalized depending on considerations such as your diagnosis, the severity, your skin type, and your overall goals.