esthetique clinique

The sebaceous glands primarily produce sebum, which is a lubricant for the skin. The glands of the face, chest and the back respond to the effects of testosterone (yes, even women produce minute amounts of testosterone), grow in size, and clogging of these glands produce infection with a bacteria called Propriobacterium acnes, that ultimately result in acne.

1319nm laser selectively heats the junction of the epidermis and the dermis, while the epidermis is kept comfortably cool and protected. This process shrinks the glands and reduces the bacterial population, which in turn reduces the number of active acne. The protocol calls for twice a week treatment for several weeks followed by gradual reduction of frequency.

The same laser, using different set of parameters, when used once a month brings about stimulation of the fibroblasts, results in new collagen formation, thereby filling up the craters of the acne scars. Changes are subtle initially, and in few to several months, the improvement is clearly visible.

Acne can also be addressed by Broadband Light technology using a select cutoff filter. To expedite the treatment for extremely severe cases, BBL can be used with a special sensitizer, called Levulanic Acid.