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How to remove sunspots on the face and décolleté?

Sun spots on the face are effectively removed with IPL or laser, with success rates of 74 to 90%. But before any treatment, you need a correct dermatoscopic diagnosis. I'll explain what works, what doesn't, and what the step-by-step process looks like.

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Melasma Treatment: Dermatologist's Guide 2026

Melasma is not cured overnight: it is a chronic condition that is managed with a sustained protocol. In this updated guide for 2026, I will explain the melasma treatment step by step according to your type of spot, with recent scientific evidence on photoprotection, triple combination, oral tranexamic acid, and when (and when not) lasers are indicated.

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Removing facial blemishes: what works and what doesn't

A patient came in for a consultation having spent 300 euros on creams that promised to eliminate facial blemishes in 3 days. None of them worked. In this guide, as a dermatologist from the Hospital Clínic, I explain what types of blemishes exist, how to prevent them, and which treatments really work.

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How to remove a mole safely?

You may have wondered if you can remove that unsightly mole or wart that sticks out somewhere on your body. Or that

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Sebastian Podlipnik

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I am a dermatologist and cum laude PhD and author of multiple research studies. I specialize in skin cancer, laser technologies and longevity in dermatology. The intention of this blog is to bring you closer to topics of interest in dermatology and research.

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