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Non-ablative lasers are less invasive but also less effective than ablative lasers. Non-ablative, non-fractional lasers shine a focused beam of light on the...

Non-ablative lasers are less invasive but also less effective than ablative lasers. Non-ablative, non-fractional lasers shine a focused beam of light on the entire skin, but does not remove (ablate) the skin.

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March 28, 2008

Pros:

It worked, I recommend

Cons:

Expensive, shop around

I was in my late thirties when I had three Nlite sessions at The Private Clinic. It worked for me and so I would recommend the treatment but NOT the clinic. Unfortuantely, I agree with others,it's all about money and although they were profesional there was no aftercare or follow up, so I sent a letter of complaint, when your paying that kind of money they should at least ask for feedback! I chose NLite because Dr Chou (of The Hammersmith Hosp)recommended it and he is the best in his field. My acne/scarring cleared for a few years but seems to be back (at 44). I am checking if any other more advanced are avilable. I now go to The London Bridge Hospital clinic, a lady called Sheryl is great and honest. The peels are great and good value, they use Omnilux which I am researching. Believe me, I have also had Isologen injections(mega bucks) and so tried it all and NLite was best. Streer clear of The Cranley Clinic as they are also all about money! Good Luck! Sarah
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November 30, 2007

Pros:

looking much better after two sessions

Cons:

having to be patient!and cost but so far its worth it

can some other people who didnt get theirs done at any of the "private clinics"write in please.the amount of times ive read how the nurses are so helpful and the products they sold were so great do the staff think people are stupid and wont realise half of the reviews have obviously been sent in by them!anyway i wrote a review in not long ago and ive now had my second treatment due to have my third in a weeks time.Scars and redness have definately faded quite a bit and im even using a makeup with lighter coverage as my skins a lot smoother.still secretly hoping theyre just going to disappear overnight but we have to be patient.got about four stubborn spots at moment the ones that hurt but where ive had laser no more have come up he targets only the spots that are there at the time so anymore that appear in different places will have to be treated next time.by the way you dont need any follow up products with this so dont be conned!had couple microdermabrasions in between seems to help
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October 25, 2007

Pros:

Very effective, and been free from breakouts for over six months after completing course of treatment.

Cons:

Quite expensive. Seemed to make spots worse to begin with.

I finished a course of 6 n-lite treatments in Manchester about 7 months ago now. I was very sceptical at first, especially after the first 3 treatments seemed to make the spots worse. My skin improved dramatically after that and I've had really clear skin since. There's a visible improvement in how much younger my skin looks and the scarring is less noticible. I've since had some light peels that have really improved the darker skin marks too.
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January 12, 2007

Pros:

Got rid of acnes for 6 months.

Cons:

Did not do anything for my wrinkles and scars.
$800.00

N-LITE does not help younger people with wrinkles
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September 14, 2007

Pros:

NONE

Cons:

Brought me out quickly in boils all over my cheeks where i had never had spots before i took it 7 months and no improvment it just got worse. doc put me on erothramycin to try calm it down as well as roaccutane but it didnt make a differnce.

i became depressed and forgetful due to it messing with chemicals in your brain. it thinned my skin so all the boils scars. doc told me after scars were helped form because of thinning procces. my friend who took it got liver problems. Dont do it it destroyed my skin and my confidence
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November 19, 2006

Pros:

Skin looks awsome immediately afterwards. Even, pink tone, and it feels firm and soft. I have never seen my skin look that good, but its only for an hour afterwards.

Cons:

caused a break out.

Just had lazer rejuovenation yesturday. I am a little dissapointed, but its only been 24 hours. Apparently the laser works by "damaging" the outer layer of skin, which in turn causes the skin to repair it by forming a new, younger layer to emerge as the damaged outer layer sloths off. I expect to see the full results within two weeks. The procedure cost 300$ and included the entire face. Its my understanding that most people require 3-6 treatments. I will see how the wallet is feeling before i decide to get a second treatment.
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February 3, 2007

Pros:

None that I can see

Cons:

Made my skin break out more, my skin feel rougher, my pores more visible & my acne scars more depressed

Not worth it. I spent $1,200 for 2 treatments only to have my skin look & feel worse. The Retin-A Micro (w/ prescription) is much cheaper & works better
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January 11, 2007

Pros:

In the long term, it has worked very effectively. I haven't had a breakout for over a year since completing the course of treatment and my scars have completely faded.

Cons:

For the first couple of treatments it was horrendous. I got loads of spots, worse than before and I was worried it wasn't working but I stuck with it and the improvement is just amazing.

Yes, it makes your skin worse to begin with. Yes, it's not cheap. BUT a little patience and I have been rewarded with the clearest skin I've ever had and my confidence has grown massively. Personally, I can't put a price on that. I think it was worth every penny. I'm also rather impressed that the benefits seem to be lasting. It's been over a year now and my skin's still good. The Private Clinic (in Manchester) told me I may have to come back for a top up treatment but so far so good. They were also prepared to give me some extra free sessions if my six sessions weren't going to be enough (I had terrible spots around 3rd session). But my skin seemed to clear very suddenly and then stay that way.
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January 3, 2007

Pros:

It was worth the money and I do not regret for one moment having the treatment done.

I had 5 N-Lite treatments at the Private Clinic and I'm very happy with the results. My skin has improved so much and the scars that had plagued me for so long almost disappeared. Everybody has noticed the difference and now I feel much more confident. I would also like to compliment the staff and nurses on their care and professionalism, everyone was so kind and helpful.
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