Acne laser therapy (CPL/ND:YAG)
The laser therapist will choose the method of laser acne treatment after a consultation. He/she will choose the most optimal CPL or ND:Yag on our Xlase Plus platform. It is also possible to use both heads in your chosen individual therapy.
CPL:
Calibrated pulsed light (CPL) is the latest technology that is an improvement on IPL. One of the applications of this device is the treatment of acne vulgaris and rosacea. The light waves are absorbed by the bacteria responsible for acne formation, in effect destroying them. Another effect of the treatment is a reduction in the size of the sebaceous glands and, consequently, a reduction in the amount of sebum secreted. Different skin mechanisms are used during acne treatment. Short waves are absorbed by porphyrin and cause the destruction of the propionibacterium acnes bacteria. Longer waves heat the water in the dermis and cause a reduction in the size of the sebaceous glands, resulting in a decrease in sebum secretion. At the same time, the activation of fibroblasts stimulates the synthesis of collagen and other biomolecules, resulting in improved skin firmness and density and preventing the possible formation of acne scars.
ND:Yag
The heat from this type of laser is used to stimulate collagen production and encourage new cell growth to replace damaged acne scar tissue.
The first treatment is preceded by a dermatological consultation, where we discuss the procedure in detail and contraindications to the treatment.
- it is recommended that the patient is well hydrated
- aspirin and other blood thinners should be avoided
- the skin must not be tanned or treated with self-tanner
- important - 24 hours no alcohol should be consumed before and after the treatment
- skin should be clean - no creams or lotions should be applied
- the skin is cleansed
- the patient receives protective goggles
- ultrasound gel is applied
The treatment is painless; however, the patient may feel warmth and/or a slight burning sensation. To reduce the discomfort of the treatment, the device head is cooled during the treatment. Application of the gel may be unpleasant due to the possibility of feeling cold. Depending on the area to which the treatment is applied, it can last from approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
After the treatment, the sensations may be similar to those after a strong sunbathing/light sunburn. The skin may be red and heated, and there may also be a burning sensation, which is why we apply cold compresses to the treatment area. The tenderness and swelling of the treatment site may last from a few hours to a few days. With proper healing, the recovery time is approximately three days.
- The skin should be treated gently until 2 to 3 days after treatment:
- particular attention to cleanliness and hygiene of the treatment area
- wash with soap-free gel, alcohol-free tonic or clean water
- avoid hot baths
- dry gently, do not rub, do not irritate in any other way
- Soothing and regenerating creams are recommended. 2 - 3 times a day - Alcohol consumption is prohibited for several days after the procedure
- For a period of 4 - 5 days, exercise, sauna and solarium are not recommended.
- The use of exfoliating cosmetics is prohibited for 2 weeks after treatment.
- Sunbathing is forbidden for 4 weeks after treatment; sunscreens with SPF+50 or more are recommended.
- Vitamin C 1000 Plus and vitamin E supplementation is recommended to promote healing and collagen remodelling (this also protects against the formation of discolouration)
Rare complications following the procedure can be:
- redness and swelling - symptoms occurring immediately after the treatments, which should subside spontaneously after a few hours to a maximum of a few days
- bruising or epidermal burns - changes that may occur with very sensitive skin, darker complexion or tanned skin
- dryness and flaking of the skin - symptoms that may persist for several days after the treatment
- brown scabs - they flake off and disappear in the healing process (on the face after 7 - 10 days, on the body even after about 3 weeks).
- Reduction of acne lesions
- Reduction of oily skin
- Prevention of acne scars
- Slowing down sebum production
- Brightening and smoothing of acne scars
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