Does Acne Laser Treatment Work?

Laser treatment is an increasingly popular option as the cost becomes more and more affordable. Using laser technology has been used for all kinds of ailments that include teeth whitening, eyesight improvement and now to fix unsightly acne scars.

The removal of old acne scars and even treating active acne is a fairly new treatment for laser therapy and is available in many private clinics. It is unlikely you find this on you national health scheme but finding a private clinic is not difficult and you can most likely be referred by your doctor.

How does laser acne treatment work?

Laser acne treatment works by the laser light heating the skin around the spot, killing the bacteria as well as stimulating collagen growth that leads to the skin damage being repaired.

Treatments tend to take around 20 minutes for smaller areas, such as the face, but depends on the amount of acne scar treatment required. Again depending on the scale of the treatment you are most likely required to have more than one treatment to get the most benefit.

The procedure is painless and the only mild side effect is temporary redness on the treated skin that soon disappears.

How effective is acne laser treatment?

There is little doubt that laser treatment can offer a short-term solution to improving your acne. As with many new treatments it is difficult to tell how long-term effects will be noticed.

Whilst this approach will certainly help to improve acne scars there is doubt as to how it treats active acne as it does not address the causes of acne. This has led to many suggesting that laser acne treatment is not a viable cure for on-going acne.

Treating the causes of acne

To effectively treat acne you need to address the causes and not just the symptoms. Many over the counter acne treatments provide a multi-step approach to tackling acne and contain the necessary natural ingredients that are powerful and yet gently to your skin.

Good quality acne products can eliminate acne causing bacteria in the pores of the skin, regulate the amount of oil produced by the sebaceous glands and reduce redness of the skin. They will also offer a full money-back guarantee so that you can try the product completely risk free!

A clinically proven can clear up your acne and improve your overall appearance meaning you never have to be embarrassed by your skin again.

Find out more about acne laser treatment and whether over the counter treatment Exposed Skin Care can help get rid of acne permanently.