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Didn't work for me. I had hoped it would slow down the oil production. I have extremely oily skin and really thought this might work for me. I can actually watch my oil glands fill up and spill out in my T-zone.

Cons:

I must have tough skin because my aesthetician used a very high setting (14) on me for 3 sessions (!) one month apart, and I felt very little pain. The redness went away within 15 minutes each time. She asked me if I were on Valium! (No!)

My skin has become completely clear and radiant! For me the laser didn't work. But I know that for many people it does--I think I'm an unusual case. However, I HAVE cut out all white stuff and processed food from my diet, now drink 10 glasses of water a day, exercise, take Dr. Sears' pharmateutical grade Omega 3 oil (2 tsp. per day--see his web site) and have started the complete Obagi skin care system, combining the Clenziderm with the Nu-derm products, including tretinoin. I eat well, meditate, and take a high quality multi-vitamin, as well as some other supplements for insulin resistance. I have to say it was worth having the laser treatments to find out about the Obagi skin care system. I found out about the Omega 3 oils and cutting out bad carbs in my diet through my own research. (The price quoted is for 3 sessions of the laser.)

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Jersey

May 11, 2007

Pros:

Completely got rid of acne on back, chest, and shoulders. Skin less oily. Its been almost 2 years since first treatment and the results have not changed.

Cons:

EXTREMELY expensive, still get some breakouts on face.

I got i think about 6 treatments or so on my back/chest/shoulders, approximately 1 month apart consecutively. I did not see results immediately but about a month after my last treatment, my acne was COMPLETELY gone. As for my face i had i think 5 treatments, 1 month apart consecutively, and had seen a big improvement at about the 6 month mark. Less oily skin, smaller pores, but still a few breakouts on my face. I take some meds for it now, which also help. I was told this was a hormonal problem. Overall, i'd say 100% improvement on my back, chest, and shoulders, and about 75% improvement on my face. There was very little pain for me, my doctor used a topical numbing cream and it worked great. Felt like little bee stings after that, except in areas of active acne which were a bit more sensitive. For the red spots afterwards, the doc put some kinda cream on and it took it away immediately. I left the office with no marks, redness, or pain. Was numb for a few hours! haha

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Improved

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.

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Kim

April 22, 2007

Pros:

I had very good results. My skin is very smooth and free from malasma. The wrinkles around my eyes and between my brow are virtually gone. I had it done 3 months ago. I hope to see more improvement as time passes.

Cons:

The procedure was very painful toward the end because the pain medication wore off. The first 5 days of recovery was miserable. I felt much better after 2 weeks.

It was worth it. I might have done fraxel instead of co2 lazer because of the awful recovery period.

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Sarah

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!

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Royston

January 23, 2007

Pros:

dried out some of my acne.

Cons:

assistant who performed treatment was not that helpful and attentive. I went to Private Clinic, Harley Street

I've had one treatment and am going back for a second this week. I did get an initial breakout which is still on my face. My neck has a lot of flaky dry skin on it now. I was shocked after my first visit when I was told I had to buy £90 worth of skincare products to compliment the treatment. I wasn't told this on my initial consultation. The assistant was not very attentive and did not pass the n-lite laser behind my lower ear and neck. (this is where my acne is particularly bad). I was too nervous to say anything, but I will this time! I will write another review after my next treatment. I'm putting down that I don't recommend it, as I am not as yet satisfied with the service or the results. This may change after the next treatment and the third and final one.

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Carrie B

December 30, 2006

Pros:

No down time, quick recovery. Procedure is very quick.

Cons:

Can take months to see if there is a benefit, after you have spent quite a bit of money. It's a gamble, an expensive and emotional one as well.

I have just had my third treatment. The first time the technician used the cooling jets and I felt absolutely no pain at all. However, for my 2nd treatment, I was informed they were no longer allowed to use the cooler as it decrease the efficacy of the laser. This 2nd visit was beyond painful, literally I cried; & I have a very high pain tolerance! Third time, I applied tons of numbing cream earlier so that it was on for a little more than an hour and took 3 advil an hour before. This made a HUGE difference; it was completely tolerable this time. I have NOT seen any improvement in my acne, in fact I experience a flare-up along my jawline following treatment, this is very frustrating. You really want to see an improvement, but none visible as of yet. The tech says it usually take 5 or 6 visits before you see a difference. I am hoping so, nothing else has worked so far. I have always had nice skin, my doc says it is hormones. I am a 37 yr.old female. I'll re-post after 6th visit.

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Desi

December 4, 2006

I had my second treatment of SB 3 days ago. After my first treatment I noticed a difference in my acne and acne scarring although it was only a slight difference. This is my 7th laser treatment overall. I had 5 treatments with a diff. kind of laser before I did the SB. I have noticed that with both types that the days after treatment my face was much clearer. This last SB treatment that I had actually resulted in what looks like small oval blisters which seem to have turned into scabs. I also developed small whiteheads around my lower lip. I had my treatment on Friday afternoon and live 2 hours from where I get my treatments at so as a result I am unable to contact my dermatoligist in regards to this matter since it is the weekend. As far as pain goes my derm puts a topical pain reliever on my skin 1 hour before treatment and also offers patients the option of oral pain relievers. So I find the pain very tolerable.

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William

October 10, 2006

Pros:

Clearer skin, less oil, no more special/expensive/high-maintenance prescriptions.

Cons:

Even with the cream they apply before, the actual process is painful. But, you got to suck it up. It is just 15 minutes. It just like working out--the process sucks but the results are worth it.

An occassional small pimple.

Here's my experience: 1st Treatment: I was very frustrated with results. My skin was immediately red and blotchy for a day following the treatment. Overall, I saw little difference in my skin. I didn't want to go back. 2nd Treatment: One month later, I went for the second treatment. Days after, I noticed a difference in my skin. I was less oily and my breakouts were less frequent and the pimples much smaller. 3rd/4th Treatment: I was completely impressed after these treatments. After three treatments, the manner in which I had to care for my skin completely changed: Before, I had to wash my face twice a day with Brevoxyl and apply a special cream for the day and one for night just to avoid waking up with new (often cystic) zits on my face. I remember feeling paranoid if I forgot to wash my face before bedtime. Now, I wash my face with a cheap Neutrogena soap & apply Clearasil and that's all I need to stay clear. The $1000 far beats the endless $$

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