Laser Acne Treatment in London

Acne develops when the sebaceous glands are overactive and produce too much oil, causing a build-up of oil and dead skin cells in the hair follicles of the skin. This results in the development of whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.

Scars occur when the body attempts to repair the acne. If the body is producing an insufficient amount of collagen, indentations or depressions form on the surface of the skin as it heals. Raised acne scars can also develop when the body produces too much collagen in an attempt to heal the skin.

Laser acne treatments reduce acne inflammation and unclog the pores by carefully targeting and heating the overactive sebaceous glands. The laser is then able to accelerate the healing process, reducing the risk of new inflammation developing.

Acne scars can be effectively treated using laser skin resurfacing protocols. Acne scar treatments involve laser energy targeting the skin’s surface to vaporise scarred skin and stimulate collagen production in the dermis. The best clinical results are achieved by using two complementary wavelengths of near infrared lasers – Er:YAG and Nd:YAG.

Laser acne treatment is widely considered to be a safe and effective treatment option. Using the TwinLight protocol, the Nd:YAG is able to complement the Er:YAG laser’s ablative action to penetrate deeply into the skin and deliver thermal effects without damaging the skin’s surface.

In addition, the innovative Fotona handpiece technology is able to safely and precisely deliver laser pulses to the treatment area.

Acne laser treatments should not be painful, though patients may feel a warming or pinching sensation as the laser gently heats the skin and underlying tissues. To keep the skin at a comfortable temperature, the icool system is used during treatment.

Fotona TwinLight treatments generally take one hour to complete.

By combining different laser wavelengths, a wide range of acne can be treated, from mild to severe, cystic acne.

Yes, laser acne treatments are safe to use on all skin types. However, if you have extremely photosensitive skin, you should consult with your doctor prior to pursuing treatment as you may not be suitable.

The time it takes to see results can vary between patients, with many noticing immediate improvements in their skin’s texture and general appearance. However, you will need to wait for the collagen production to take place, meaning the full effect of your treatment may take up to 2-3 months to become apparent.

The number of treatment sessions required will be determined during your consultation with our laser specialist, who will make a comprehensive assessment of your needs.

For the best possible results, it is generally recommended that you undergo three treatment sessions, spaced between 4-6 weeks apart. To maintain your results, you may also choose to undergo annual follow-up sessions.

Laser is a fast and effective treatment for managing active acne breakouts and for acne scar removal. Treating acne with laser is minimally-invasive and avoids the need for medication.

After treatment, you may be able to return to daily activities immediately, depending on the intensity of your laser treatment. For more intense sessions, you may need to take some downtime which usually lasts 4-7 days. You should also be sure to avoid repeated sun exposure and wear SPF 50+ daily as the skin heals.