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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July 16, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
When I have horrible breakout, my dermatologist ask me to do 8 round of Blue Light theraphy called iClear with SGD 88/session. It cost me more than 900 include tax.. Gosh.. So expensive. It has to be done at least once a week. I thought I can see improvement within a few treatment.. But too bad, I am just wasting my money. Don't try this.
Try cheaper alternative. Even benzyl peroxide works better.
July 5, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
When I first started the treatment my face dramatically cleared after the first two sessions and seemed to improve the weeks after finishing however I still had acne but not as much
Cons:
NOT PERMANENT!! your acne comes right back months after the treatment even though I was told that the light is suppose to be continuously working for years to come? after the treatment yeah right!
For mild acne or moderate acne this may work but don't expect any permanent results!
July 2, 2007
Pros:
Boost in skin's firmness and plumpness. Scars filled in a bit from underneight
Cons:
none really
I had 7 treatments of IPL photofacial done within a month. Usually these treatments are spread out more...but we wanted to really plump the scars. It helped. It only hurt a little like a little rubberband snap. No down time at all.
June 30, 2007
Product used: Omnilux (Light Treatment)
Pros:
No pros to this treatment.
Cons:
Very expensive and didn't do anything for my skin.
I paid 400.00 for three sessions of the blue omnilux light treatments. After completing the sessions, I seen no improvement, so they said I needed to buy another package to see results. So I bought another package at 400.00. Did the sessions, still no results, paid for another package and 1200 bucks down the drain, and I have just a slight improvement. Not worth the money at all. Hocus Pocus!
April 16, 2007
Pros:
Smoother results for 1 month..stopped break outs for 2 months
Cons:
Expensive...swollen for 3 days...felt as if my face stayed swollen a bit..Face looks fat as if sweling was slightly maintained
The Treatment
1. Microdermabrasion
2. Levulan Application
3. 30min Blu-U
4. IPL treatment (feels like an elastic salp on your face 100X per cheek) I did this full treatment twice 900$ x 2
April 13, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
None - I did the blue light w/levulan put on topically.
Cons:
My face was red, peeling, dried out and I began gettting alot of white heads ever since the treatment. My cysts have been a little less often. My skin has not improved. It has been worse.
I do not recommed the blue light with the levulan. I need to say that I have had blue light alone without the levulan a year ago and had great results. Maybe the levulan is what my skin reacted to?
January 6, 2007
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
I had mild to moderate acne, lots of little ones that would leave a lasting scar behind. I used the clearlight for 2 weeks twice a week and my skin looks amazing. I would recommend this to anyone.
Cons:
none
Using harsh topicals is what contributed to my acne problem. With the clear light, it took care of my active pimples, and prevented new ones, as well as regulating my sebum production. Which allowed me to use a gentle cleanser on my face, not one full of salicylic or glycolic acid to help with the acne. I think that everyone needs to have their hormones checked to see if there is an imbalance or even food allergies. For women, try different birth control. The doctors that offer these treatments really do care about their patients, and from the studies, clear light really does work, their not scamming you. It worked for me and I have super sensitive skin. Try it.
December 30, 2006
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
Nil.. the only one positive thing I have gained is that the wrinkle between my eyes has reduced a bit!
Cons:
Why weren't these ratings on acne.org when I was on here before I began treatment... my acne is now about 5 times worse, I'm so upset.. I thought it would work and no-one warned me that it 'could' get worse, much worse, I can't even look at myself.
Nothing is worth risking your condition getting worse, life's hard enough as it is.
November 20, 2006
Product used: ClearLight Acne Treatment
Pros:
1)I had no down time or side effects other than dry skin that a face cream fixed. 2)In 4 weeks (8 treatments) I went from 72 pimples to 4, changed nothing in my regiment and have pictures to prove my success. 3)My face has been clear for 1.5 years.
Cons:
1)Each treatment costs 80-100 dollars and you need 8 to 10 treatments for full benefits (which is expensive compared to other acne treatments). 2)Some drying may occur (but some face cream will fix that almost overnight).
I've been struggling with acne for over eight years. I feel your pain. I have tried EVERYTHING (Proactiv, Murad, Clearasil, M.D. Forte, Tetracycline, Benzamycin, Salicylic Acid, Benzoyle Peroxide, Differin, Facials, Peels, Micro-Derm. and MANY more)! I have spent thousands and thousands of dollars on my acne condition and have traveled hours to find countless dermatologists, spas, skin centers, laser centers, etc. I am telling you...for me...ClearLight Acne Clearance System was 10 times better than any other product I have ever come across. It is expensive and I feel sorry for those who are less fortunate because it is considered cosmetic and the insurance will usually not pay for it (which is terrible). Everyone has different skin types and different things work for different people. All I am telling you is that this worked amazingly for me and I have recommended it to several family and friends and they have all had GREAT success as well! Try it if you can afford it!
October 27, 2006
Pros:
Works the first treatment after the second even better third treatment so far my skin is the best and smoothest its ever been, up to five treatments
Cons:
none its cheap effective and works, i guess the only downside is treatments are every three weeks
Quadra Q4 Intense Pulsed Light Treatments worked for me and is fairly new i recommend trying it if u have a few breakouts this will definetly get rid of them and its so effective and cheap cheap cheap and no lasers
Cons:
No effect at all,so expensive