Phototherapy for acne - an effective treatment for acne

Beautiful, healthy skin is the key to self-confidence and a positive attitude towards life. The appearance can be significantly spoiled by an ailment such as acne. As a rule, rashes appear during adolescence. Sometimes this disease also affects adults. The rash occurs not only on the face, but also on the back, chest, neck, and arms. If no measures are taken, the disease can leave traces in the form of ulcers and post-acne scars.

The appearance of acne on the skin primarily indicates a decrease in the protective forces of local skin immunity. It is disrupted against the background of a general weakening of the body’s immune system. How to increase skin immunity? Complex treatment is required. Firstly, you should heal the body from the inside, eliminating the root cause of the rash, and, secondly, restore weakened skin cells and stimulate local immunity. To do this, we use the latest development of hardware cosmetology - the IPL module of the M22 multi-module platform from the American company Lumenis. With its help, we achieve qualitative improvement in the condition of our patients’ skin.

What factors contribute to the appearance of acne?

There are a number of environmental factors and internal changes in the body that can affect the development of the disease:

1. hormonal changes and disorders (adolescence, pregnancy);
2. endocrine disorders;
3. internal diseases of the body (liver, kidneys, poisoning, parasites, bad habits);
4. intestinal diseases, dysbiosis;
5. skin infections;
6. improper, unbalanced diet;
7. heredity;
8. stress;
9. bad ecology;
10. insufficient hygiene.

What is the essence of acne phototherapy using the M22 device?

In phototherapy, we rely on the capabilities of the light radiation emitted by the M22 device. It generates heat and triggers physiological processes in the skin that contribute to its healing. The platform is also equipped with a special Acne filter, which has an antibacterial effect.

The acne phototherapy technique involves exposing problem areas of the face or body to warm, short-term pulsed flashes of light in a special range (311 nm). This pulsed light is free of dangerous ultraviolet radiation. Only the blue-violet component works. As a result of light exposure, local skin immunity is stimulated and activated, which leads to drying of rashes, their reduction and improvement of the condition of the skin.

It should be noted that acne is a skin disease that is internal in nature. This means that the rash is already the result of the disease, reflected on the skin. Therefore, phototherapy of acne is carried out in combination with taking medications prescribed by specialized specialists, normalizing the diet and its balance, giving up bad habits, maintaining an active healthy lifestyle, maintaining proper hygiene, and eliminating stress as much as possible. For a lasting qualitative improvement in the situation, it is necessary to undergo a full course of treatment, the number of sessions of which is determined individually based on the patient’s existing problems.

Phototherapy for acne and acne

• Phototherapy price

Acne is a skin pathology characterized by excessive secretion of the sebaceous glands. As a result, red or bluish nodules form on the face, chest and back, merging into conglomerates. Often they become suppurated, and after opening they develop long-term non-healing ulcers, which later lead to rough scars.

Advantages of the technique

Treatment of acne with phototherapy is based on the use of certain radiation.
The intense light flux affects the skin of the problem area, reducing the production of sebum. A visible clinical effect is observed after 7-10 days. In addition, the light flux improves blood supply to the sebaceous gland, which promotes reparative processes. As a result, phototherapy for acne reduces the duration of treatment, promotes recovery processes, and prevents the development of scars. The course of treatment is usually 8-10 procedures. In addition to efficiency, the undeniable advantage of the technique is the painlessness of the procedure. The absence of side effects allows its use in patients who have contraindications for the prescription of tablet medications, isotretinoins, the action of which is aimed at reducing the secretion of the sebaceous gland. The positive effect of the procedure is also an improvement in the overall quality of the skin, a reduction in pigmentation, rosacea, and the appearance of firmness and elasticity.

Disadvantages of phototherapy

The main disadvantage of the technique is its relatively high cost, due to the use of an expensive apparatus. In addition, only in rare cases can the use of light wave be a monotherapy in the treatment of acne. More often than not, an integrated approach is needed.

The following conditions are contraindications to procedures using the Ellipse Flex PPT device:

• oncopathology;
• pregnancy;
• diabetes;
• hematological diseases.

Even in photos, acne on the face looks unsightly, causing a lot of problems for patients. Treatment of such pathology is not only a medical aspect, but also a social one. Phototherapy is an effective solution to the problem. When using this technique, achieving a clinical result is possible in the coming weeks, which is a significant advantage of the procedure.

The result of phototherapy for acne

Cost of phototherapy using the Ellipse Flex device

Specialists of the Absolut Med clinic

Chvyrova Tatyana Nikolaevna

Chief physician, director of the Clinic, participant in Russian and international scientific conferences for cosmetologists, dermatologists, allergists. Read more…

Dermatologist, cosmetologist

Kotova Irina Nikolaevna

Graduated from Yaroslavl State Medical Academy in 2004. Participant in television programs: “About the Most Important Thing”, “Fashionable Sentence”, “Pretty Woman”. Read more…

Dermatologist, cosmetologist

Deryugina Elena Yurievna

In 1987

Graduated from Vladivostok State Medical Institute. Experience in medicine for more than 29 years. She worked as a dermatologist for 10 years. In aesthetic medicine since 2000. Read more…

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How is the acne phototherapy procedure performed using the M22 device?

Before starting the course of treatment, the cosmetologist finds out whether there are any contraindications for the procedures. If a decision is made to carry out treatment, the cosmetologist performs a complete diagnosis of the patient’s skin. During it, the area of ​​the lesion, the severity of the disease, the phototype of the skin, and its color are determined. According to the data obtained, the possible dose of the influencing light waves and the duration of the course of treatment are determined.

The patient's hair is tucked under a cap, and special glasses are put on her eyes to protect from burns and the intense light of the emitter. On the eve of the session, the skin is cleansed of cosmetics and impurities, and a cooling conductive gel is applied to the face. Next, the cosmetologist applies the device’s attachment to each problem area of ​​the face and produces photo flashes. The wavelength and depth of exposure, the duration and number of pulses, and the interval between them are determined based on the condition of the skin and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. During phototherapy, patients may only feel a slight tingling sensation and a pleasant flow of heat.

At the end of the procedure, redness, slight swelling or a slight burning sensation may appear in the areas exposed to light waves. Such skin reactions to light exposure are considered normal and disappear on the same or the next day. To recover quickly, you must strictly follow all the recommendations given by your doctor.

It is worth considering that a few weeks before the phototherapy and for 2 weeks after the photo session, you must avoid sunbathing, going to the solarium, drinking alcohol and smoking; it is not recommended to visit the bathhouse and sauna. After the procedure, it is necessary to apply moisturizing creams and sunscreens, and avoid using cosmetics and foundation. During treatment, it is prohibited to use photosensitizing agents (retinoids, tetracyclines, etc.).

Phototherapy for acne: blue and red light

One of the main criteria for the success of phototherapy for acne is the ability of photons to penetrate the epidermis to the depth necessary to activate porphyrins. And although it is believed that light with a wavelength of 400-420 nm is the most effective, since it has the highest photoexcitation coefficient, blue radiation is not able to penetrate deeply.

Therefore, scientists thought about combining it with light waves of a different range. A red light caught their attention. When used in conjunction with blue radiation, it is also possible to achieve an anti-inflammatory effect.223

What is the duration of treatment for acne on M22?

It is no secret that in the early stages of the development of the disease it is possible to cope with it easier and faster than in the chronic form of the course. The course of phototherapy for acne to achieve a lasting result of improving the condition of the skin ranges from 5 to 10 procedures. The duration of treatment is determined by the cosmetologist depending on the initial condition of the skin, the severity and number of acne. The interval between sessions is set individually, on average 2-3 weeks. Each procedure lasts 15-30 minutes depending on the number of areas treated and the degree of inflammation.

The intensity and number of light waves increases with each visit to a cosmetologist. The skin condition will improve gradually. A cosmetologist may prescribe repeated phototherapy as a preventive measure. However, it should be carried out no more than 1-2 times a year.

Pimples on the forehead. Before and after

This path to clear skin turned out to be short-lived, but it was not without losses. And we lost kilograms of dairy products along the way. It was difficult in places, sometimes you ask for milk in your coffee, sometimes the omelette winks

Of course, we selected therapeutic care and a regimen of external medications. As you can see from the feedback, it turned out that clear skin is worth these efforts, which ultimately become the norm and do not cause problems.

When the skin has cleared, there is no need to relax with either care or nutrition. The tendency to rashes will be with you all your life and your skin will find a reason to remind you of it, believe me.

Yes, it is possible to gradually return products after some time, just in a smaller volume and not all of them. This is discussed with your doctor.

Cosmetologist's work:

• Clean forehead
• Skin without rashes
• Selected care
• External preparations

• Got rid of dairy products
• Will remain prone to rashes

What results and how quickly should I expect?

Patients notice the effect of acne phototherapy 10-14 days after the first procedure. It is expressed in a decrease in the number of acne, narrowing of pores, disappearance of oily sheen, evening out skin tone, and a reduction in the number of “black” spots. With each subsequent procedure, the skin becomes healthier and more beautiful, the physiological processes in it return to normal. Acne disappears within a few months after starting treatment. The result of a full course of treatment is the destruction of up to 90% of acne, even in the most complex and advanced cases, healthy, smooth skin and a beautiful complexion.

Acne on the face. Before and after

No matter what you call acne, the essence does not change. Discomfort, low self-esteem and thick foundation accompany almost all girls and young people when they come to see a doctor. Treating acne does not involve a miracle procedure or a drugstore ointment. The essence of it, first of all, is to understand that problem skin is a lifelong problem. But at the same time, you can fine-tune all processes from nutrition to care, undergo a course of treatment and move on with life with clear skin. Or you can rely on a super remedy, not take responsibility for your skin and scold doctors, and of course suffer with acne until retirement.

I am not proud of the result of my work, but of my patients. Each of them has a goal - clear skin without acne and scars, and they go towards it no matter what. In this case, work with related specialists, skin treatment and just the beginning of eliminating spots and scars after acne. But the effect of common efforts is already evident.

What are the advantages of acne phototherapy on M22?

Hardware treatment of acne on M22 using light photons has a number of undeniable advantages, due to which the popularity of this technique is constantly growing:

1. safety of the procedure (there is no harmful ultraviolet component of the spectrum);
2. painless and comfortable sessions;
3. non-traumatic skin, there is no risk of complications and infection;
4. impact only on problem areas of the skin (healthy areas are not damaged);
5. lack of rehabilitation period;
6. speed of the procedure (from 15 to 30 minutes);
7. quick visible results after 10 days;
8. cleansing the skin of acne and comedones by 90% at the end of the course of treatment;
9. general improvement in skin condition (rejuvenation, disappearance of age spots and freckles, narrowing of pores, smoothing of facial microrelief, smooth, healthy, matte skin color);
10. Possibility of execution at any time of the year.

Pimples on the back. Before and after

A young girl developed rashes on her back after a course of oil massage. The patient is prone to rashes on her face, but inflammation appeared on her back for the first time.

After completing the massage course, the inflammation gradually began to subside without treatment, but it left behind these bluish-red spots, which in turn, when they disappeared, were replaced by pigmented ones (post-inflammatory pigmentation)

Therefore, there was very little chance of an even skin color without procedures. The cosmetologist dealt with this. In order to remove residual inflammatory elements and stains, a coral peeling procedure was prescribed.

Rehabilitation took 3-4 days, a total of 2 procedures were required, which in this case significantly reduced the number and severity of post-acne spots. the patient was very pleased with the result.

Cosmetologist's work:

• Coral peeling
• only 2 procedures

Are there any contraindications for phototherapy of acne on M22?

Cosmetologists identify 2 groups of contraindications for acne phototherapy. If there are absolute contraindications, the possibility of phototherapy is determined individually in consultation with the attending physician. Otherwise, the procedure may further worsen your health condition. These include:

1. malignant neoplasms;
2. diabetes;
3. epilepsy;
4. blood diseases;
5. severe hypertension;
6. chronic diseases in a severe phase;
7. increased photosensitivity.

The group of temporary contraindications means that when recovery occurs or the period of their validity ends, the possibility of performing the procedure appears again. These include:

1. period of pregnancy and lactation;
2. damage and inflammation on the skin;
3. infectious diseases in the acute phase;
4. skin diseases;
5. fresh tan

Post-acne on the face, vascular network. Before and after

Most often, working on skin quality is not a very quick process. The advantage is that we can enhance active procedures with home care, gradually add those procedures that are needed, and increase the impact. In this case, we met once every 2 weeks for the first 3 months, and then once a month. And gradually we came to this result.

It’s hard not to notice it from the photo, but in fact, the patient was very surprised to see the “before” photo, because she saw the improvements gradually and also got used to them. We relieved inflammation, removed post-acne spots, evened out the complexion (working with the vascular network). Yes, not quickly, there is a 1.5-2 year difference between the photos, it could have been faster if desired. As a result, we got a huge difference, the patient is happy and most importantly, she now knows what results thoughtful facial skin care gives.

Karachausheva Aksana Georgievna

• Dermatologist, cosmetologist.
• Doctor of the highest qualification category for planning individual anti-age programs for facial and body rejuvenation.
• Specializes in a combination of modern hardware and injection techniques for skin rejuvenation and treatment. Proficient in the technique of facial contouring and harmonization of appearance while preserving natural beauty and individuality, all methods of nourishing and cleansing the skin. Treats rosacea, rosacea, acne and skin hyperpigmentation.
• He is fluent in the new concept of rejuvenation and non-surgical SMAS facial lifting using high-intensity focused ultrasound on the Ultraformer device.