If you think acne is a problem restricted to teenagers, you will be surprised to find out that up to 54% of adult women and 40% of adult men also suffer from acne. Unfortunately, almost half of the affected adults do not respond to traditional therapy for acne, namely to benzoyl peroxide, retinoids or antibiotics. However, the technological advances have made it possible to eliminate or lessen acne scars by means of lasers, chemical peels or vitamins.
Chemical peels imply a solution applied to the skin by which dead skin cells are stripped away. The light peel option will only penetrate the top skin layers but it can lessen acne pimples and reduce the size of large pores. Such a procedure is offered in dermatologist’s offices.
Laser therapy is targeted towards acne pustules, and the redness and swelling associated with this treatment fades quickly. Mild to moderate acne can be treated by means of V-Beam TM or Blue Light therapy, which uses pulse dye lasers. The process involves eliminating small blood vessels that cause redness. Once this problem is solved, acne is better controlled. Amino levulinic acid is utilized with this type of laser treatment in order to maximize the results.
VBeamTM is aimed at treating bacteria causing acne and also any redness or swelling that is often associated with the condition.
SmoothbeamTM is a noninvasive laser treatment that is targeted towards the collagen in the upper layers of the skin that protect epidermis. This is the first treatment designed to target the root causes of acne, namely the sebaceous glands.
Quantum IPL is a nonablative process that uses broad-spectrum lights to skin that has been damaged by exposure to sun. Vitamin Nicomide is a new prescription medication that contains zinc, copper and folic acid that help inflammatory acne.
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