Glow Peel, brightening
A chemical peel that lifts pigmented surface cells. The usual first step for sun spots and acne marks.
Dark Spot Treatment in Falls Church, VA
Sun spots, acne marks and melasma are different problems. We find which one you have, then match the treatment.
Glow Peel $200
- Price
- From $200
- Plan
- 3–6 visits
- Downtime
- 0–5 days
- Care
- Physician-led
How dark spots are treated
Dark spot treatment in Falls Church at Skin Lab starts with the cause. Sun damage, the marks acne leaves behind and melasma all look like brown patches, and each responds to something different. Our physician-led team looks at your skin and history, then builds a plan from chemical peels, laser and microneedling.
Most plans begin with a Glow Peel at $200. Call 703-488-7546 to book a skin check.
Dark spot treatment pricing
The three treatments we use for pigment. Many plans combine two of them.
Laser skin rejuvenation
Motus AZ+ laser for sun damage, redness and uneven tone.
Quoted at your consult
About the laser: Laser skin rejuvenationPrecision microneedling
Dr. Pen microneedling with a serum infusion, for post-acne marks and uneven tone with texture.
Sun spots and melasma compared
They can look alike. They are not treated alike.
| Pigment type | Sun spots and acne marks | Melasma |
|---|---|---|
| Looks like | Separate spots with clear edges | Larger patches, often matching on both sides of the face |
| Common places | Cheeks, temples, hands, where pimples were | Cheeks, forehead, upper lip |
| Driven by | Sun exposure, healed breakouts | Hormones, sun and heat |
| Usual plan | Peels, laser or microneedling | Gentle peels, strict sunscreen, slow steps |
| Outlook | Often clears with a series | Fades and needs upkeep |
Why the diagnosis comes first
The wrong tool can darken a patch
Heat and strong irritation can make melasma worse, and can leave new marks on deeper skin tones. That is why we do not start with the strongest treatment. We start with the one your pigment and skin tone can take.
Whatever we choose, daily sunscreen does half the work. Without it, pigment returns faster than any treatment can fade it.
What we treat
- Sun spots
- Age spots
- Post-acne marks
- Melasma
- Uneven tone
- Blotchiness
What a pigment plan gives you
A named cause
You find out what kind of pigment you have before paying for a treatment.
The right first step
Peel, laser or microneedling, chosen for your pigment and your skin tone.
A set number of visits
We tell you how many sessions the plan is likely to take.
Care for deeper skin tones
Gentler formulas and preparation to avoid new marks.
A home routine
Sunscreen and brightening products that hold the result between visits.
Physician oversight
Anything that should be seen by a dermatologist is flagged.
What to expect
Skin check
We look at the pattern and ask about sun, breakouts, pregnancy and medication.
First treatment
Usually a peel. We see how your skin responds before adding anything stronger.
Series and upkeep
Treatments about four weeks apart, then maintenance and sunscreen.
Dark spot questions
What is the best treatment for dark spots on the face?
It depends on the cause. Sun spots usually respond to a chemical peel or laser. Marks left by acne respond to peels and microneedling. Melasma needs a slower, gentler plan. We identify which one you have before recommending anything.
How much does dark spot treatment cost in Falls Church?
At Skin Lab the Glow Peel is $200 and Dr. Pen microneedling starts at $350, or $950 for a series of three. Laser skin rejuvenation is quoted at your consult because it depends on the area treated.
Can melasma be cured?
Melasma can be faded and kept under control, but it tends to return with sun, heat and hormonal changes. Treatment here is paired with daily sunscreen and a home routine, and the plan is set by our physician-led team.
How many sessions will I need?
Most pigment plans run three to six treatments, about four weeks apart. Sun spots often clear faster. Melasma takes longer and needs maintenance.
Is treatment safe for darker skin tones?
Yes, with the right choice. Deeper skin tones are more prone to new dark marks after irritation, so we use gentler peel formulas, prepare the skin first and avoid aggressive heat.
Will the spots come back?
Sun exposure is the main reason they do. Broad-spectrum sunscreen every day, reapplied outdoors, protects the result more than any single treatment.
Should a dark spot be checked by a doctor first?
A spot that is new, changing, raised, itchy or bleeding should be seen by a dermatologist before any cosmetic treatment. If we see something that concerns us, we will tell you.
Book a skin check for dark spots
We will tell you what kind of pigment it is and where to start. Call 703-488-7546.
1140 W Broad St, Falls Church, VA 22046
Tuesday to Friday 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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