Effectively Eliminates Acne-Causing Bacteria
Causes of acne
There are several causes of acne. However, the most common acne is the type that people get during their teenage years. Puberty causes fluctuations in hormone levels. These changes in hormones cause our sebaceous glands to secrete more oil. In small amounts, the oil released by the glands protect our skin and keep it moist. Acne occurs when the dead skin cells are not removed and clog the pores with the oil produced by the sebaceous glands. Such environment encourages the growth of acne bacteria. Over time, it causes swelling, redness and pus may develop.
How Does LED Blue Light Eliminate Acne?
At Nueva Clinic, we use LED technology that effectively harness and deliver the healing energy of light at the 450nm wavelength and maximize therapeutic outcome. Acne bacteria, also known as cutibacterium acnes can be effectively eliminated using visible blue light. The bacteria have pigments in their protective cell membranes that resonate at the same frequency as blue light. The energy absorbed by these pigments break down the membrane and eventually destroy the bacteria. Studies have shown that Blue Light Therapy improves acne, especially when combined with LED Red Light Therapy.
How long after treatment will I see effect from Blue LIght Therapy?
Blue light therapy is an effective treatment for skin conditions when used repeatedly and when the individual being treated makes maintenance appointments. To treat a condition, it takes:
- one to four treatments for actinic keratosis (precancerous sun spots), with annual maintenance
- four to six treatments for acne, with maintenance appointments every six months
Photodynamic therapy is more effective for treating cancerous areas, including skin cancer lesions, thanks to the photosynthesizing drugs that create a stronger reaction.
Light therapy is also known to be effective for depression, but consult your doctor to make sure you’re getting the right amount of light.
How long does blue LED Light Therapy take?
This painless and comfortable treatment typically takes about 20 minutes to complete.
Are there any side effects from LED Blue Light Therapy?
Blue light therapy on its own, without the photosensitivity drugs added, is safe and has very few risks.
If light-sensitive drugs are used for photodynamic therapy, your skin will be very sensitive to light for several weeks after the procedure. Try to avoid bright, direct sunlight, though fluorescent lights are fine. Sunscreens won’t be effective, because they protect from UV light and not photosensitivity reactions.
When used properly, there are no significant long-term side effects of blue light therapy treatment. It’s much less invasive than surgery, and there’s usually either little or no scarring after the treated site heals.
Benefits
Best For
- Visible reduction of inflammatory acne
- Minimal risk and almost no downtime
People with acne-inflicted skin who wish to destroy acne-causing bacteria in your skin, without the downtime time.
