I decided to try Clear and Brilliant because it's a relatively affordable laser with no downtime. I didn't have high expectations but was hoping for some improvement of my texture.

I had a few very shallow pit marks on my cheeks and an orange peel / bumpy texture on my chin. My face was mostly clear but always with a few angry cysts. I had large, visible pores and skin overall looked kinda rough.

I did a package of 6 sessions and chose the texture laser for all 6 (as opposed to the one for hyperpigmentation).

I wish I had my before and after photos ... but I did see results.

All of the scarring on my cheeks is gone. A raised scar on my nose that's been there nearly a decade was greatly reduced so it's almost flat. My pores looks much clearer and as a result, smaller. My overall skin texture is noticeably smoother and more even. I had some fine laugh lines starting at the sides of my mouth, and those are less obvious now.

Even though I chose the texture laser, it did help my hyperpigmentation somewhat.

My disappointment is my chin though. It still looks bumpy and rough, albeit there was some noticeable improvement. I think it simply needs something more intensive or I just have to accept it. They did tell me that the laser stimulates collagen and full results are often seen a few months after it's completed. I will say my skin seems to be getting better and better since the treatment.

During the months of the treatment, I had breakouts like normal including cysts. Now that it's done, my face is much clearer, but I also tweaked my regimen (see my sig) and I attribute it to that.

Bonus: it tightens the skin up, almost like you had Botox. I looked exceptionally fresh and youthful the week after each treatment.

I cant say I recommend it, but I don't regret it either. It's much more than a facial or peel, but not atreatment for anything but the mildest ofscarring.