IPL Laser Acne Treatment
Acne is a condition commonly associated with the teenage years, but it can happen at any age; causing distress and embarrassment and resulting in scar formation as well as discomfort.
The condition is caused by an enlargement of the sebaceous follicles, which contain oil-producing sebaceous glands.
Traditional treatment options such as medication and topical acne treatments may treat the symptoms, but often do not work on the source of acne - overactive sebaceous glands.
IPL laser treatment is suitable for:
- Patients suffering from acne, with over-active sebaceous glands
- Patients who have recovered from acne, but are left with poor skin and/or scarring
IPL Laser Treatment
IPL treatment offers a long-term solution by directly altering the structure and function of the sebaceous glands, which drastically reduces acne lesions without significant side effects.
a) Blocked pores and over-active sebaceous glands cause bacteria build up and skin inflammation
b) IPL light destroys bacteria and shrinks inflamed glands
c) Pustules begin to clear and skin condition improves
The treatment is safe, effective and fast. In fact, clinical studies have shown it to be comparable if not more effective to prescription antibiotics.
- Treatment kills the bacteria present in acne
- IPL stimulates es collagen replenishment, which helps to repair the damage
- Treatment offers long lasting improvement in acne AND overall skin texture
A course of treatments is normally recommended for maximum results. This would usually comprise 3 treatments, up to 6 for severe problem skin.
Results are normally seen within two weeks with continued improvement over the following three months.
Before & After Photos
IPL Laser Treatment After Acne
As well as treating the acne condition itself, IPL laser treatment can also work many years later to help the patient recover a better skin condition
- Improving poor skin surface
- Reducing the appearance of scarring left by acne
- Tightening skin
- Improving complexion
IPL laser treatment works from within by stimulating your body's own natural collagen to improve skin texture and condition naturally.
IPL vs Traditional Acne Treatments
- Safety - IPL light is at the safe end of the light spectrum. Potential side effects are minimal and short lived
- Treatment in our comfortable clinics by trained laser practitioners
- Fast treatment - appointments for skin rejuvenation are usually 30 minutes.
- No pre- or post-procedure treatment required
- Effective - IPL reaches deep into the skin, where creams cannot be absorbed, and works on stimulating your natural collagen
- Comfortable and non-invasive - a warm, tingling sensation on the skin as the laser is applied
- No medication involved
- No aggressive skincare products required
What Results can you expect
A clinical trial was been carried out on the use of laser for treating acne.
Results showed that following just one laser/IPL treatment, the number of active lesions dropped dramatically over a 12 week period.
