Phototherapy
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Light therapy is a temporary and time-consuming treatment option that produces only modest results. However, it is the least invasive of any acne treatment, and its only downside is that it reduces folic acid levels.
Phototherapy
How to Get It
Light therapy can be performed with stronger, professional light devices at a doctor’s office. 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. Weaker light therapy devices are also available over-the-counter. Here are some places you can find it online.
Used Light Therapy? Rate It:
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October 9, 2007
Product used: Omnilux (Light Treatment)
Cons:
Didn't work for me. Paid too much, I'm disappointed.
Maybe it works for some people, but not me. I'll try something else. Wish I could get my money back.
October 6, 2007
Product used: Verilux (ClearWave Light Therapy Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Less acne
Cons:
none really, unless you count having to sit there for 15 minutes every night, but doesn't bother me
I bought this product a couple weeks ago online, and I've definitely noticed improvement. I use it every night for 15 minutes, along with Retin-A Micro and an oral antibiotic, and they are really starting to work. I paid $189 for it, but it's worth it if you ask me. And it'd probably cost a lot more to get the blue/red light treatments professionally.
October 1, 2007
Product used: Verilux (ClearWave Light Therapy Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cleared my skin nicely.
Cons:
None
Worked well, don't have much more to say. I'm continuing to use it for 15 minutes everyday to maintain... I also wash my face using the regimen...
September 23, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
-No more oral medication. -No side effect. -It can use on any body areas. -It safe, fast and inexpensive!
Cons:
-Feel a little heat.
-It can't cure cloged pore or comedone under your skin.
I had this treatment (iClear) twice and it works great! My skin looks much more clearer without taking any dangerous oral medication. But since it can't cure cloged pore or comedone your doctor will have to pull them off before the treatment. Combination with Micro-Dermabrasion is also recommended, it will remove dead and flaking skin cells. I only have to get it for a month (twice a week)And it cost only 700 bucks! *REMEMBER* you can't permanently cured acne, but you can avoid the future breakouts by using skin products that suit your skin type, have healthy diet and exercise everyday. Wishing you guys a crystal clear face! =)
August 28, 2007
Product used: Omnilux (Light Treatment)
Pros:
none
Cons:
very expensive and my skins still coming out in big sore spots!
I paid a lot of money for two omnilux lights a week for 4 weeks to get no result! Id been having alpha-beta peels also (at £55 a peel which I had a course of 6 and continue having one a month!) which is supposed to increase the effectiveness of the light treatment. Im at my wits end - spent a fortune and still seriously suffering from acne. Contemplating laser now!
August 24, 2007
Product used: Verilux (ClearWave Light Therapy Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cleared up my skin. I had pretty bad acne and my sister bought the light for me before I went to school. I used it religiously for 2-3 weeks and my skin was much clearer. I've been using it regularly for almost a year and haven't had any flare-ups
Cons:
None that I can see.
I'm glad my sister got it for me. It works and I'm happy with my skin. I still have some oil but this light isn't supposed to deal with the oil anyway.
August 24, 2007
Product used: Verilux (ClearWave Light Therapy Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Painless! not too expensive. good for all over health
Cons:
the time to sit in front of the lamp is both a pro & a con.
This lamp has helped clear up my acne & some 'laugh lines'. At first it was kind of a pain to sit in front of the lamp for 15 minutes, but it's well worth it.
Now I meditate while I medicate- so I'm helping myself inside & out.
August 23, 2007
Product used: Verilux (ClearWave Light Therapy Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It cleared my skin noticeably in a few weeks. There were no side effects either. I have moderate acne and try to keep my face clean (I use the regimen too). I'm pretty happy and will keep using it as necessary.
Cons:
I used it for 15 minutes a day starting out and it's hard for me to sit still that long. I just used my iPod and zoned a bit and got used to it. Once I saw the results it wasn't such a big deal because I knew it was working...
I'd recommend it to others. It's certainly less expensive than the other products I saw reviewed. The company has a 12 week guarantee return policy, so I figured I couldn't really NOT try. The company says there is no UV so I wasn't worried about burning my skin. Overall I'm happy. I guess that's the bottom line!
July 30, 2007
Product used: Omnilux (Light Treatment)
Pros:
helps keep acne dormant, helps with scars amazingly, makes skin even and bright
Cons:
you have to keep going, i do 4 treatments per month
love it!
July 20, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
None!!!
Cons:
I had a horrible experience with it.
I don't know if the doctor didn't do it right or if I just had a bad reaction to it but my skin wasn't THAT bad and after I had my first treatment, I had the worst breakout ever! Every inch of skin on my face was covered with pimples. It took a while to clear up and I never went back for more. Based on my experience, I would not recomment or at least research it carefully. I think my doctor pushed me to try it because it was new and maybe he didn't know what he was doing?
Pros:
None