Acne is a skin condition that often begins at puberty and continues through the teen years, but normally levels off in the early twenties. In some adults, there can be flare ups of acne throughout life. Severe acne may cause scaring of the face and other affected areas. There are many treatments for acne, but one of the newest is the use of the acne light.
Acne lights do not require the use of astringents, creams or lotions. The do not stain or bleach the users clothing or bedding. The light can be used while the person is involved in other activities.
The light emitted by the acne light is at very specific wave lengths, chose to kill bacteria and promote healing without damaging the skin. The blue light has an antibiotic effect on the bacteria that causes acne, while the red light stimulates the skin to heal without leaving scars.
The user will need to apply the light for around half an hour each day. At this exposure level, you should not experience sunburn or any further damage to the skin. If you notice any irritation to the skin caused by the light, you should stop using it immediately.
While you will not see immediate results, you will find that over time consistent use of the acne light will make a marked improvement in your skin condition.
You should choose larger lights if you have several areas that are affected by acne. Some of the larger lights will cover more than one area at one time thus less time can be spent using the light.
Acne is a condition that may affect a student’s self-esteem. If left untreated, it can cause excessive scaring, and may affect the persons feelings of self for many years. The price paid for an acne light and the time invested in its use are a small price to pay for the self confidence it can bring.
