Thursday, March 28, 2024

Acne Treatments: Compare


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Pros
enhances effectiveness of current acne treatment routine and is gentle on skin; convenient size for traveling; 100% natural; good for reducing redness and inflammation
quick and easy to use; won't irritate or dry skin; FDA-approved
Cons
time-consuming; expensive (especially if you end up buying the "Power Pack")
it doesn't work on blackheads, whiteheads or cystic acne; can't replace batteries so essentially disposable after 60-80 uses; relatively pricey
Active Ingredient or Technology
Device uses phototherapy.
Device uses gentle heat technology.
Skin Concern
Mild to moderate acne
Mild to moderate acne
Skin Type
Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination, Sensitive
Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination, Sensitive
Price
$348
$40
Prescription Needed?
No
No
Size
Device is 6.5" tall and the head is 1.25" in diameter. It weighs less than 8 ounces.
1.5" x 1.8" x 3" (L x W x H) and weighs 3.2 ounces
Supply
Unlimited
Batteries last for 60-80 treatments.
How It Works
Releases wavelengths of blue light that penetrate deep into your skin to kill acne-causing bacteria, P. acnes, and soothe inflammatory acne vulgaris. Basically, within P. acnes bacteria, there are small molecules known as porphyrins. When exposed to 420 nm and shorter wavelengths of light, porphyrins generate free radicals that attack and kill P. acnes bacteria.
Device features ClearPointâ„¢ technology, which sends the optimal level of heat to kill bacteria that causes blemishes to occur. Painless and gentle on skin, it starts working in the 1st hour and helps clear or fade 90% of blemishes within 24 hours.
Side Effects
None
Heat may cause temporary redness.
Warranty/Money Back Guarrantee
5-year warranty and 60-day money back guarantee
1-year for parts/labor
 
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