Removing freckles

[Holden43]

I’m a 22 year old male with red hair and fair skin. When I go out in the sun during the summer time I get freckles all over my face. I was considering using a prescription cream to remove them. I know there are laser treatments but would rather use a cream. Would I be able to use the prescription cream all over my face rather than on individual freckles? If so, would I still be able to get a tan on my face without freckles? If the cream works, would the freckles permanently be removed or would I need to re-apply the cream each year. As far as I know, the freckles aren’t a health hazard and this would be for cosmetic reasons. Would my doctor be able to prescribe the cream for cosmetic reasons alone?
Thank you

[Holden43]

Thank you for your response. I’ve read about the use of hydroquinone and it is something I would consider. I have an appointment next month with a dermatologist, I’ll find out what he suggests.

[Vanessa Lacuesta]

Hi

There is no single topical medication that would eradicate hyperpigmentations like freckles permanently. Laser therapy may help but this entails more expense and the results may only be evident after several sessions. Prolonged sun exposure, fair skin and genetics may play a role here so it is important that you avoid prolonged sun exposures and use sun block with an SPF of at least 30 to protect the face. At this point, sunblock may whiten the skin and even eradicate the lighter discolorations.