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Omnilux™ Blue Light Acne Treatment
Acne is one of the world's most common skin conditions, affecting over 85% of adolescents by the age of 24 years and up to 50% of adults over 25 years of age. Acne is a widespread and upsetting condition. It can produce lifelong physical and emotional scarring. Acne is NOT caused by bad diet or greasy foods. In fact, acne develops when the sebaceous glands in a person's skin produces excess oil (sebum). This oil combines with cells that line the gland walls and clogs the skin's pores. Normal skin bacteria colonize these pores, and the body's response causes the inflammation or reddening of the skin that we associate with acne. How does Omnilux™ light therapy work? One of the key bacteria responsible for the inflammation is Propionibacterium acnes or P.acnes. These bacteria produce natural chemicals called porphyrins, which are sensitive to light at different wavelengths. If stimulated, these chemicals will neutralize the bacteria, and with no bacteria present, inflammation will subside. Omnilux blue™ stimulates these chemicals and so eradicates the bacteria that cause the redness or inflammation of acne. This is combined with Omnilux revive™ which has anti inflammatory properties; this helps to minimize the redness of acne lesions and promotes healthier skin. Omnilux treatments are totally non-invasive and generate no heat. The treatment does not damage normal tissue and works with the body's own natural processes to rejuvenate the skin. Omnilux™ combination light therapy for acne In a recent study, 16 subjects (skin types I-IV, all with mild to moderate acne vulgaris or moderately severe cystic acne) were treated with alternate Omnilux blue™ and Omnilux revive™ light therapy. A mean clearance rate of over 82% was seen 12 weeks after the final treatment. FAQs What is Omnilux™ light therapy for acne? Omnilux blue™ is a light source that is specially tuned to activate natural chemicals found in the bacteria that cause skin redness in acne. When stimulated, these chemicals destroy the bacteria. Omnilux revive™ is used in combination with Omnilux blueTM. Omnilux revive™ stimulates cells in your body that help with the healing process and reduce the inflammation surrounding the acne lesions How safe is the treatment? Omnilux blue™ and Omnilux reviveTM are safe and harmless to your skin and generate no heat. The light works naturally with your body to promote the healing response. The only safety measure is to wear goggles to protect your eyes from the light. What results can be expected from a series of treatments? Optimum results will be seen between about 12 weeks after treatment. The light stimulates natural processes that continue after the treatment has stopped. While studies have shown complete clearance of lesions, on average you should expect 80% when using blue and red light together. We suggest that the treatment is used in conjunction with a preparation such as salicylic acid. Your advisor can discuss this combination treatment with you. Are there any side effects from the treatments? No. There have been no reported adverse side effects like redness or irritation from the treatment, and the light does not damage skin in any way. Is it painful? Not at all! Because there's no heat involved, there's no pain! What actually happens during the treatment? You will have to remove any makeup or sunblock before the treatment, and you will also be asked to wear safety goggles. The light will then be positioned close to your face, and you will be treated for 20 minutes. After that, you're free to go home. The treatment course is usually 8 light treatments. Dependent upon your type of acne, you may be advised to use a face wash and a gel containing salicylic acid. Omnilux™ light therapy is the clear choice for acne:
For more information, call our office or visit the Omnilux™ website: www.phototherapeutics.com. Cost of Omnilux™ Acne Treatments Requires 8 treatments, alternating Blue and Revive (red) light, over 3 to 4 weeks $400 per package of 8 treatments |
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