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Help! My Chest Has & Age Spots

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Question: Help! My Chest Has & Age Spots
I'm not sure if there's anything I can do about them, but any help is appreciated.
Answer: You have the sure signs of ... sun damage. Skin on the chest is super thin & extra susceptible to sun damage. The fastest way to eliminate them is through laser skin resurfacing at a dermatologist's office. But it's not cheap. One 20-minute session can cost you $800-$1500 & it's likely you'll need 3 to 6 sessions.

Can't afford this procedure? Ask your dermatologist for a prescription cream like Retin-A (it will take a good year of use before you notice an improvement) or a nonprescription formula like Proactiv Skin Lightening lotion ($22 at 800-950-4695).

To prevent more skin damage, you need to wear a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF whenever your check is exposed to the sun.

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