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Phototherapy
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Laser therapy works by harming skin oil glands. That can lead to some improvement in acne, and perhaps even long-term relief of some acne symptoms. However, evolution gave us skin oil glands for a reason and what happens long term when you permanently disable them is still unknown. Proceed with caution.
Phototherapy
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Lasers? Rate It:
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December 15, 2007
Cons:
it was a total waste of money
it cost me 2k. i looked horrendous for months. i can't notice any noticeable difference AT ALL.
September 28, 2007
Pros:
It does work
Cons:
Brings everything out initially
Slightly expensive but so worth it
My experience with NLite was fantastic. I had 3 treatments spread out over 3 months. The first treatment did bring spots out, but by the 2nd treatment they were starting to clear up. I had the 2nd treatment and in a week my skin was cleared. By the 3rd treatment my skin was still spotless and it has been ever since. I know would much rather go through one period of spots, then have them constantly! I think this treatment is definitely worth trying. I read reviews and some of the bad ones really put me off and i was nervous about going ahead. i am so glad that i did. i asked the person treating me why there might negative reviews and she pointed out that people who have had problems have been quite dark skinned and the laser can react differently on dark skin. i thought that was worthwhile pointing out if you too are reading bad reviews and getting put off. i would definitely recommend this treatment.
June 25, 2007
I was very concerned about having treatment after reading the reviews on this site. However after a lot of nerves decided to go for it on saturday. I suffered no redness or any other side affects and after only one treatment have all ready seen an improvement. So far very happy.It is however expensive but worth a go I feel.
May 11, 2007
Pros:
It works
Cons:
No cons, just some redness initially that disappeared after a few days.
Fantastic results. I've wasted so much time and money trying and buying many products (some as much as 20 pounds at time) that claimed to get rid of Acne. With N-Lite my Acne has disappeared and my life has totally changed. I had my treatments at the Private Clinic in London. Very professional.
April 27, 2007
Pros:
I've had two treatments about one month apart. The first treatment worked better than the second. It reduced the acne along my troubled hairline when NOTHING else had worked.
Cons:
It hurts! It has not reduced my oily face, but I have been diagnosed with POS. My acne is hormonal.
It gave me improvements I had not seen with other products/services. I am going to pair it with other things like Proactiv and salicylic peels, but not all at the same time. It's also been helping to wash my hands and hair regularly, change my pillow case and clean my phones.
March 30, 2007
Pros:
Consistent and predictable results.
Cons:
Costly.
I've been taking N-Lite laser treatment for more than two years now and have enjoyed long-lasting, very positive results. I estimate it's consistently reduced my symptoms by around 60%. On the lowest and presumably least risky power setting, a £200 (lower-face) treatment seemed to give good results for around 11 weeks. Strangely, the positive effects of the treatments seemed to wear off EXACTLY at the 11 week mark. For the past few treatments, though, I've taken the treatment on a slightly higher power setting. This appears to give more sustained effects, although I've generally chosen to go back at around the three month mark just to be on the safe side. I have been using antibiotics and benzoyl peroxide all this time. From experience, I know that these alone reduce, but don't completely stop, my skin problems. N-Lite has 'plugged the gap' very effectively.
February 28, 2007
Pros:
If it works the pros are obvious
Cons:
It hurts a bit and is quite expensive.
I just had my 1st treatment today. Comb. of Vbeam and smooth beam. It did hurt about a 5 on the pain scale. My dermatologist used an ice pack and that was all. It really wasn't that bad and if this works it will be well worth it. I was a little red afterward but that is gone now 4hrs later. I am very hopeful. Will keep you posted!
February 16, 2007
Pros:
None.
Cons:
I had four treatments two years ago. They did absolutely nothing to reduce my acne. My skin got burned in a couple of sensitive areas, so for many months afterward I would get a "bubbling up" of my skin in those areas, like little water bubbles.
Totally worthless. I don't recommend this treatment at all. I highly doubt that it's actually working for anyone. There is a placebo effect even with acne treatments. This product was never tested by anyone but the manufacturer, to my knowledge. It was approved by the FDA based solely on the company's claims. Doctors of course want us to believe it works because the machine was very expensive and now they need to try to recoup their investment. But don't bother. Truly a total waste.
January 9, 2007
Pros:
It does make a long lasting difference. I have had benefits for more than 12 months.
Cons:
Initially it gets worse.
Good treatement, if not a little expensive. I had my first treatment in 2003 with benefits up until summer 06. I decided to have another course in November 06. Just had my final treatment today. Hopefully it will be all good until 2009! Try it. I know people who have been made very depressed with Accutane.
January 4, 2007
Pros:
none
Cons:
gave me the worst time of my life and my once clear chin has got lots of scars and seem not to be healing properly
am on tertacyclins at the moment seem to be helping a lot, N lite nearly ruined me life so i am no thinging what to do with scars i have left from this treatment
NEVER take antibiotics together with N lite leave it go out or its gonna be much worse!
NEVER even touch the spots or u surely end up with scars the healing immediately after laser is somehow reduced
best luck and always thing twice before doing anything to your face
Pros:
none