Acne is a skin problem which is common amongst teenagers and young adults, although it can affect anyone of any age. Acne forms when the oil glands are blocked and the skin becomes inflamed, which results in the rupturing of the gland. Hormonal changes can often lead to acne breakouts. One of the most effective ways to control and prevent acne is laser treatment. Laser acne treatment is safe and gives superb and long lasting results.
The procedure
The laser therapy works by targeting the glands with a special laser. The treatment works in two different steps – firstly, the laser heats up the skin around the sebaceous glands and raises to a temperature that is hot enough to kill bacteria. Secondly, the laser shrinks the sebaceous glands, so they produce less oil. This process has been found to be very effective for all skin types.
After the laser acne treatment – During the treatment, you may experience a small amount of pain, but anaesthetic creams and painkillers can help to minimise this. After the acne treatment is complete, you may experience some swelling and redness, which may last for a few days.
After laser acne therapy, you should avoid direct sun exposure for at least forty eight hours, and you can apply ice, lotions and gels onto the area to help to soothe it.
Laser acne treatment is a fantastic way of achieving smoother skin, and is available in clinics across the UK.
