September 8th, 2009 by Admin

A skin condition often associated with puberty and teen years, acne can affect men and women throughout their lifetime. Severe acne at any age may cause scaring of the face, neck, chest and back or any other affected area of the body. A new development in the treatment of acne is the use of red and blue light to treat the condition. The acne light treatment method offers several advantages over the traditional treatments.

Acne lights do not require the use of astringents, creams or lotions. The do not stain or bleach the users clothing or bedding. The light can be used while the person is involved in other activities.

Acne lights emit light at certain wavelengths. These wavelengths are in the red and blue  area of light. Some acne lights only emit the blue light, which helps to kill the  bacteria that cause acne. The red light is stimulates healing of the skin where acne has  already occurred.

The user will need to apply the light for around half an hour each day. At this exposure level, you should not experience sunburn or any further damage to the skin. If you notice any irritation to the skin caused by the light, you should stop using it immediately.

Results from use of the acne light are not immediate. However, after eight weeks or so, you should notice that your skin is becoming clearer and healthier.

If you only have one small area that is affected by acne, then you will find a small light to be sufficient for your treatment. If you have several areas affected, you may need to buy a light that will cover several areas at one time.

Acne can cause self-esteem issues for teens. It can affect their self-confidence and many  areas of life. If left untreated, acne can cause permanent scaring of the face that may  affect a person for his or her entire lifetime. If your child is struggling with acne,  then the acne light is worth the investment for clear and healthy skin.