Light therapy for acne is a recent scientifically breakthrough that has recently been approved by the FDA but only for mild to moderate acne cases.
Here is the process explained in simple words.
Light therapy to get rid of acne uses a blue or red light wave. The affected area are then exposed to that light for duration of 20 to 30 minutes. The blue light is generally used to attack and destroy the acne bacteria (Bacteria Propionibacterium) while the red light is used to help reduce the swelling and the inflammation caused by the white blood cells.
Is There any Side-Effects?
Although this particular treatment has shown some promises it is not without any side-effects. In fact some patient have reported some mild pain to the affected area after a light therapy session.
Where can i get this treatment?
The Light therapy treatment can be found at your dermatologist center. Be aware that this particular treatment will only show results after a certain period of time. The treatment can last for months is your acne is a recurring problem. There are light therapy devices that can be purchased for your home, but i would recommend to talk with your dermatologist to find out what is the best way to go in your particular case.
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