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Laser therapy is thought to work by inhibiting the activity of skin oil (sebaceous) glands, killing acne bacteria, and reducing inflammation.

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Laser therapy is thought to work by inhibiting the activity of skin oil (sebaceous) glands, killing acne bacteria, and reducing inflammation.

It is usually performed about 5 times in 2 to 4-week intervals.

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March 29, 2007

Pros:

A revolutionary treatment

Cons:

A little redness that disappears very quickly

I'm a salesman from Brighton. I have been researching a treatment for my bad acne and I've found N-Lite. I also found The Private Clinic, but I didn't go ahead with their treatment as they don't have a clinic in Brighton and I had the treatment done with a local clinic. However their website convinced me I should try N-lite. They have an interview from This Morning ' the ITV programme - which is conducted by a well known Doctor, and many articles about N-Lite from newspapers like the Daily Mail, the Sunday Times The Telegraph. Metro etc. Clearly N-Lite is a revolutionary treatment and it solved all my problems. I suggest everyone research a bit more about N-Lite (as there is so much information available) before drawing conclusions that don't make any sense and discredit reputable Clinics and well trained and qualified Doctors.
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March 16, 2007

Cons:

None

Hi - I would like to say something very positive about N-Lite. I had bad acne and sometimes did not go to work for days because I couldn't face going in. I had N-Lite about 3 months ago at The Private Clinic - Harley Street and now I can't believe how much better it is. My face texture is really smooth where before I had big bumps under the skin. It has changed my life completely and would recommend it very highly for as long as you don't expect miracles after one treatment as it takes a few treatments to see the best results. Good luck to anyone.
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February 15, 2007

Pros:

It is worth every single penny

Cons:

No cons

N-Lite has incredibily improved my skin texture and completely got rid of my acne and my spots. It has given me a huge confidence boost. I had my treatments at The Private Clinic in Harley St. I've found them very friendly and very professional. Highly recommended.
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February 5, 2007

Pros:

Makes a long lasting difference

I had my last treatment at The Private Clinic in Manchester last week and I can only say that I've never been happier. N-Lite cleared my acne completely and I have no scars or red skin. Everydoby compliments my skin and can't believe the difference. Ive noticed great improvements after the third treatment. A word of caution to anyone who uses Roaccutane: be careful as it gets you very down and very depressed. Thanks N-Lite and thanks to the Private Clinic.
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January 30, 2007

Pros:

Great results

Cons:

No problem

I had N-Lite laser treatment for Acne at The Private Clinic in London. My acne is not longer there and the results are quite incredible. My advise is to listen the recommendation of the Clinic staff and be realistic as things improve after you get worse. A special thank you to the nurse who was very attentive and very professional.
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January 20, 2007
I can only give a very positive recommandation. N-Lite has made a huge difference and reduced my acne quite incredibly. It very much depends on the person and the type of acne (as with everything). Althought it did get worse at first (as they told me) just keep going for treatments - it will get better and better after a few treatments. I am very happy with the results and I can strongly recommend The Private Clinic. That's where I had my treatments. They are very professional and very friendly which helps a lot of you're nervous about the treatment.
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January 11, 2007
I wasn't sure about N-Lite but I became convinced once I've read many articles about it. I went to the Private Clinic in Harley Street and the treatments have been very successful. My acne was really persisitent but now my skin has improved so much, almost beyond recognition. I can only say that N-Lite has changed my life completely.
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January 4, 2007

Pros:

Great results

Cons:

I could not find any

I've done some research for N-Lite treatment and found the Private Clinic on top of Google. I was convinced to go with them when I saw their feature on 'This Morning', the newspaper articles, and all the clients testimonials. I've had 4 N-Lite treatments and it has been a remarkable success. I could not recommend a better treatment and a better Clinic, their staff are very knowledgeable, polite and very relaxed. I am sorry to hear some people have had negative results from N-Lite but their personal experience should not stop anyone from trying the treatment. There is a great section on what the papers say on the Private Clinic website that anyone having the treatment should read.
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November 26, 2006
I'm a doctor and I've used N-Lite laser for the past 18 months. I tell all my patients that it is impossible to determine the number of monthly treatments required because of the amount of the infection and the type of skin varies so much. Over the last 18 months I've achieved remarkable results and N-Lite is a great alternative to using drugs such as Roaccutane which had dreadful side effects. I can highly recommend this treatment which I emphasize can get worse before it gets better.
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November 25, 2006

Pros:

It works

Cons:

It takes a few treatments to get results

I can honestly say the N-Lite treatment worked for me. I had 5 treatments at the Private Clinic. After the first treatment I got worse and after the second was not better and it wasn't until after the forth treatment when I saw an improvement. About after 4 weeks of the fifth treatment my skin was clear and 5 months later is still clear. I'm going back for a top up treatment in the new year.
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