Freckles

What Causes Freckles — and How Is a Single-Session Treatment Planned?

Causes of freckles, how laser treatment is planned and what to expect afterwards.

  • 7 min read
Portrait of a woman with freckles

Freckles form where melanin concentrates in small spots — more visible in fair skin and sun-exposed areas.

Main causes

  • Genetics
  • UV light
  • Fair, sensitive skin

After treatment

Temporary darkening and fine crusts are normal. Don’t pick crusts and protect your skin from the sun.

Medically reviewed content

Dr. Fatma Güngörmüş

Physician, Mediten Clinic

Dr. Fatma Güngörmüş is the physician at Mediten Clinic. She is responsible for the medical assessment of clients, suitability decisions and patient-safety protocols, and reviews the medical accuracy of our blog content before publication.

Reviewed: October 5, 2026 · Last updated: October 6, 2026

This article is for information only and does not replace diagnosis or treatment.

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