Blue Light Therapy is a treatment for acne. Acne is caused by bacteria. Exposing it to blue light that is of varying wavelengths will kill the bacteria by creating free radicals. There are several cosmetic and health benefits to blue light therapy. These benefits include: clearer skin, reduction in pain due to the inflammations, and overall healthier skin due to the reduction of bacteria under the skin. Blue Light Therapy is a natural alternative to harsh chemicals and products. Because it uses light waves instead of creams or peels, there is no pain involved and it is safe on even the most sensitive skin.
While this is not a cure for acne and you will need to follow up the treatments with a prescribed acne reduction plan, the blue light treatment can significantly reduce the appearance of acne inflammation and can eliminate the cause of the acne.
Clearer Skin
Cosmetically, you will notice clearer skin. Generally it takes about 8 treatments over the course of 4 weeks to see the results, but as you progress from week one to week four, you should see significant results. Your skin will be smoother and clearer, and the acne will begin to clear up.
Reduction of Pain
Blue Light Therapy will, over time, reduce the pain that is felt from your acne bumps and inflammation. The treatment is painless as the doctor will use a desensitizing agent to calm the skin before the treatment. There is also an option of purchasing your own blue light to use at home in the case that you do not want to go to the doctor for the treatment. Either way, with the reduction of acne, you will also reduce the redness, swelling, inflammation and thus the pain associated with acne. Blue Light Therapy also works for sensitive skin as well. The treatment is natural and safe for all skin types.
Healthy Skin
The blue light waves will penetrate the skin and get down to the root of the problem. The bacterium that is under the skin is responsible for the breakouts that you suffer from. The blue light produces free radicals that attack the P. acnes which is the bacteria that causes the acne to appear in the first place. Your skin will appear more radiant and smooth with continued treatments. You will need to follow up with your doctor for a plan that will help you to maintain the appearance of your skin and to keep the acne from reappearing. Blue light therapy is not a cure, but when used with an acne treatment plan it can help you to achieve the results that you are looking for.
Blue Light treatments are effective because they kill the source of your acne. It attacks the bacterium and stops the problem where it starts. With continued treatments and the use of any prescriptions or medication that your doctor may prescribe, you will be well on your way to having clearer, healthier looking skin.
