Reversing Sun Damage: Undoing Years of UV Exposure

Sun exposure is one of the biggest contributors to premature aging, uneven skin tone, and rough texture. Over time, UV damage can lead to visible concerns like sun spots, redness, fine lines, and a dull complexion. At Bay Area Laser Cosmetic Surgery Center, Dr. Armen Serebrakian offers advanced skin rejuvenation treatments designed to reverse these signs of sun damage and restore a more youthful glow.

What UV Exposure Does to Your Skin

When your skin is exposed to ultraviolet light (especially without sun protection), it triggers the breakdown of collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles and sagging. UV rays also cause hyperpigmentation, broken capillaries, and a roughened skin texture. Fortunately, today’s non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatments can target these concerns safely and effectively.

Proven Treatments for Sun-Damaged Skin

• Photo Rejuvenation (IPL/FotoFacial): Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy targets pigmentation, sun spots, redness, and broken capillaries. This treatment can improve the appearance of rosacea and even out your skin tone with little to no downtime.
• Chemical Peels: By gently removing the outer layers of damaged skin, chemical peels reduce fine lines and discoloration, including sun spots, freckles, and blotchiness. This treatment also helps brighten your overall complexion and refresh your skin’s texture.
• Microdermabrasion: This gentle exfoliating treatment uses tiny crystals to polish your skin, promoting cell turnover and improving clarity. Microdermabrasion is especially effective when combined with chemical peels to smooth rough texture and fade discoloration caused by sun exposure.
• Laser Skin Resurfacing: Laser treatments offer deeper rejuvenation by stimulating collagen and removing damaged skin cells. They’re ideal for treating deeper sun damage, fine wrinkles, and uneven pigmentation.

Why a Personalized Plan Matters

Dr. Serebrakian customizes each treatment plan based on your skin type, history of sun exposure, and cosmetic goals. During your consultation, you’ll receive expert guidance on which procedure, or combination of treatments, will give you the most noticeable and lasting results.

Maintain Results with Medical-Grade Skincare

In addition to in-office procedures, Bay Area Laser Cosmetic Surgery Center offers trusted skincare lines such as Obagi Nu Derm®, Revision Skincare®, and SkinMedica®. These products can help you maintain your results and protect your skin against future damage.

Schedule Your Consultation Today

Dr. Serebrakian is one of the first plastic surgeons in the country to incorporate laser treatments into his care, making him an ideal choice for less invasive treatments. If you’re ready to take years off your appearance and restore healthier, clearer skin, contact our Pinole office at (510) 724-8282 or our Larkspur office at (415) 461-5755. We proudly serve patients across San Francisco and Marin County with advanced, physician-led skin rejuvenation care.