Brief Answer:
Laser treatment is the permanent solution. Home remedies can be tried

Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear. If you have a family history of freckles or if it is due to genetic causes then the best option may be laser treatment.

Laser treatments for skin blemishes is one of the fastest options. Kindly consult a good dermatologist and discuss about this option. A laser is passed over the area to be treated and the melanin pigment which makes up the freckles is removed by the laser light.

Meanwhile you can also try some home remedies and creams as i suggest below

1. Bleaching creams- Bleaching agents will attempt to fade the color of the surrounding skin. Over-the-counter skin whitening creams containing hydroquinone and oxybenzone are very effective. Natural ingredients such as bearberry, aloe, mulberry, kojic acid, licorice extract and other herbs are soothing to the skin and lighten the freckles without danger. So buy creams containing these ingredients.

2. Cranberry or strawberry paste- Regular use of strawberries and cranberries can naturally eliminate freckles due to the citric acid contained in the fruit

i. Mash cranberries or strawberries in a bowl.
ii. Rub the mixture onto your face.
iii. Leave the paste on your face until it is thoroughly dry, then rinse with cold water.

3. Lemon Juice

Lemon juice is a highly effective ingredient for treating freckles as well as brown spots. Lemon juice has skin lightening properties that will nicely bleach the dark spots on your skin.

i. Apply fresh lemon juice on the affected skin and gently massage the area. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water. Do this twice a day.

ii. Another option is to use a lemon scrub. Cut a lemon in half and sprinkle one-half teaspoon of sugar on it. Gently scrub your skin with it for a few minutes and then wash your skin with water. Do this once or twice a week on a regular basis.

3. Sour Cream

The lactic acid present in sour milk can help a lot to get rid of freckles. It is particularly useful for those with sensitive skin.

i. Apply some sour cream on the affected skin and allow it to dry for a few minutes. Instead of rinsing it off with water, you must gently wipe it off with a soft tissue or a towel. Then apply some moisturizer. This remedy will not cause skin irritation or dryness. Do this at least once daily until the freckles go away.

ii. Alternatively, you can rinse the affected skin with sour milk daily. If you do not have sour milk, use yogurt.

4. Honey

Honey is excellent for fading freckles because it contains enzymes that help lighten skin pigmentation. Plus, being a natural humectant, it is great for moisurizing your skin.

i. Mix honey and water and heat it slightly in a microwave. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to sit for a few minutes. Finally rinse the area thoroughly with warm water. Do this daily for a several weeks.

ii. You can also make an herbal mask by mixing a little wheat germ with warm honey. Apply this mask and allow it to sit for about 10 minutes. Rinse the area with warm water and then wash it again with cold water. Repeat two to three times a week for a couple of months. This is one of the most effective home remedies for freckles.

iii. Another option is to make a mixture of honey and yogurt, and apply it on the freckles for 30 minutes daily until you get the desired results.

5. Papaya

Papaya juice is another effective remedy to get rid of freckles. Papaya contain papain, a kind of enzyme that can help lighten freckles.

i. Apply fresh papaya juice directly on the freckles using a cotton ball and gently massage the area.

ii. After 10 minutes, rinse the skin with cold water.

iii. Do this once daily for at least for a few weeks or until you are satisfied with the results.

You can try all these home remedies. Many reports says that people have got excellent results with this.

Hope i have answered your question. Feel free to contact me if you have any more questions. I ll be glad to help you.
All the best
With warm regards
Dr Sanjay Kini     
     

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