These brown, raised, waxy lesions that are often referred to as age spots are actually called seborrheic keratosis. These lesions are often confused with warts, but are actually quite different, These growths, that occur on the outer layer of the skin, are non-cancerous and may grow in cluster or alone. They can vary in color from light tan to dark black and may be from a fraction of an inch to larger than a half-dollar in size.

Ferrets sometimes get tiny black spots on their tails, often accompanied by a reddish-brown waxy deposit and hair loss. They look a lot like blackheads, and in fact that's probably pretty much what they are. Gentle cleaning, perhaps with a medicated cleanser (a dilute benzoyl peroxide shampoo or cream will work better than ones with coal tar or sulfur) that your vet can recommend, should help, though it may take many weeks. See similar questions...

Age spots are flat, gray, brown or black spots that occur on more than 90% of fair-skinned people past the age of 50. They range from freckle-size to a few inches in diameter. They are most common on skin areas most exposed to the sun. Real age spots don't become cancerous and require no treatment, although sometimes they can look like cancerous growths. One advanced skin formula contains maximum strength hydroquinone that gently fades darker skin and age spots. See similar questions...

Completely! Après contains titanium dioxide, which is a natural sunscreen to help keep those spots from darkening. See similar questions...

There are several possible solutions to regenerate one’s skin. A consultation with one of our medical personnel is recommended determine the best treatment. Fraxel is a specific laser treatment which targets specific zones, while leaving the others untouched… Links to Fraxel Info See similar questions...

This is an indication of a fungal infection. Fungal infections are usually the result of warm temperatures, high humidity and low light levels. Treat the plants with a systemic fungicide such as Phyton 27. See similar questions...

Three major insect pests can cause dead areas in the lawn. Chinch bugs, mole crickets and sod webworms can infest St. Augustine type grasses. Chinch bugs do not affect Bahiagrass but the other insects do. Insects are seasonal and defensive action should be take when they are most likely to attack. See similar questions...

Be willing to accept a less than perfect lawn. Respond to the brown spots by hand watering not by watering the entire yard. Check the coverage of sprinklers and look for broken lines or heads and clogged nozzles. Also check for disease or insect problems. Not all brown spots are caused by water problems. See similar questions...

Do the brown spots cause you any discomfort? If they do you’ll want to visit your dentist. If they don’t hurt they are probably some other type of stain. This product will most likely lighten those types of brown spots. See similar questions...

These brown spots on your paint are imbedded metallic particles that has gone through the clearcoat and has imbedded itself underneath the clearcoat. Commonly called "Rail Dust", the particles can be removed by using a clay bar. Some severe cases can be cured by using a spray of oxalic acid, but that can damage plastic parts. According to DaimlerChrysler Corporation, clay bar treatments are the only recommended solution to remove rail dust on all their vehicles, including the Mercedes-Benz Line. See similar questions...

These factors, referred to as the 5 C's, are as follows: Crowding, frequent skin-to-skin Contact, Compromised skin (i.e., cuts or abrasions), Contaminated items and surfaces, and lack of Cleanliness. Locations where the 5 C's are common include schools, dormitories, military barracks, households, correctional facilities, and daycare centers. See similar questions...

Just as one takes oral vitamins daily, SKINCEUTICALS Topical Vitamin-C should be applied daily and combined with a broad spectrum sun screen for optimum results. Although visible differences will not be seen for approximately 12 weeks, improvements in the appearance of skin tone and texture may occur in as little as a few days. See similar questions...

Yes! Some members of Vitiligo Support have created their own safe homemade skin stain, made entirely out of rubbing alcohol (isopropyl) and ordinary Food Coloring. By mixing the ingredients together, a brownish color results, and the tone can easily be adjusted to match your skin. See similar questions...

Age spots are also called sun spots and liver spots. Age spots are harmless brown flat spots that are commonly found on sun-exposed skin. They usually don’t appear until middle-age and occur in all nearly all skin types. Age spots are collections of a pigment (called melanin) that have accumulated in the top layer of the skin (the epidermis). Unlike freckles, which darken in the summer and fade in the winter, age spots do not fade. See similar questions...

Many hormones are responsible for the change of your skin while pregnant. Some of the most noticeable skin changes during pregnancy involve pigmentation. The "mask of pregnancy" is one that is often written about. It's a darkening of the skin usually around the sides of the face and the forehead. The pigment changes are probably due to the increase in the melanocyte-stimulating hormone during early pregnancy, as early as the first month, which then usually drops off after delivery. See similar questions...

Typically 1 to 3 treatments are necessary. Patients should allow 4 to 6 weeks in between treatments for optimal results. See similar questions...

Called solar lentigines, those unsightly brown spots that appear on the hands, arms, chest and face are the cumulative result of sun exposure. And even if you never intentially tanned your skin, intermittant day-in day-out exposure is enough to cause the problem. The solution is Bioelements Pigment Discourager with 2% hydroquinone. Ask your esthetician for specific instructions on how to use Pigment Discourager, and follow her directions if you want to see results. See similar questions...

Yes. We have found that intense pulsed light, or IPL, photo facial treatments work best for hyperpigmentation or sun damage on the face or other areas of the body. IPL light therapy helps lift the pigmentation to the surface of the skin so that it will slough off. Although IPL will never remove all the brown spots, it can substantially lighten them. Intense pulsed light will also give your skin a more even tone. See similar questions...