Efudix – time tested, this is a chemotherapy cream for sunspots. The downside about Efudix is the prolonged recovery time – up to 4 weeks.
Picato Gel – Picato gel (Ingenol Mebutate) is a Brisbane invention, and is now used all over the world to treat sunspots. Picato is derived from a common plant known as Milkweed and is now used to treat actinic keratosis (sunspots) and precancerous lesions.
Aldara Treatment – can be used for sunspots; however the disadvantage is the long application regime, often extending months.
PDT or Photodynamic therapy – is an excellent method to treat sunspots. The recovery is within a week, however costing is an issue. PDT is a very effective treatment for sunspots, especially on the scalp and face.
Fraxel Laser – is the very latest in the fight against sunspots and is extremely effective in removing sun spots, solar keratosis, skin pigmentation and overall sun-damage. Recovery is within 5-7 days, and the results can be outstanding.
Liquid nitrogen or freezing – is a time tested method of treating sunspots, however if performed incorrectly, can lead to blistering, and scarring. This method can only be used to treat a few spots at a time.