You look in the mirror and notice dark spots on your hands, face, or shoulders.
They’re flat. They don’t hurt. But they stand out.
These are likely age spots — also known as liver spots or solar lentigines.
And despite the name, they have nothing to do with your liver.
Instead, they’re a sign of one thing: sun exposure over time.
Let’s explore what age spots really are, why they appear, and how you can care for your skin — both from the outside and within — so you can feel confident at any age.
Because real skin health isn’t about erasing every mark. It’s about understanding your story — written in sunlight, time, and self-care.
🔍 What Are Age Spots?
Age spots are:
- Flat, tan, brown, or black patches
- Most common on sun-exposed areas: face, hands, shoulders, arms, décolletage
- Harmless — not cancerous or contagious
- More frequent after age 50, but can appear earlier with heavy sun exposure
💡 Think of them as “sun memory” — your skin recording years of UV light.
They form when UV rays stimulate melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) to produce excess melanin — especially in areas repeatedly exposed.
✅ Common Causes of Age Spots
