Clearlight 100

In this procedure, a selective light beam safely and accurately penetrates the skin and destroys precancerous tissue and acne bacteria without causing harm to tissues.

Acne usually starts in adolescence when hormonal changes cause the enlargement and then the obstruction of sebaceous glands in the skin. The obstruction of the glands' openings causes the accumulation of oil which is followed by abnormal proliferation of bacterial population predominantly Propionibacterium acnes (p.acnes).

P. acnes attract inflammatory cells and hence the unsightly, red, painful pustules of acne are formed.

How does the ClearLight 100™ work?

ClearLight 100™ uses Acne Selective Photo Clearing (SPC™) technology with the optimal 405-420nm narrow band violet/blue light to destroy Propionibacterium acnes (p .acnes) within the skin, quickly and easily.

The selective light of  ClearLight 100™  safely and accurately penetrates the skin and destroys acne bacteria without causing harm to tissues.

We usually use this in conjunction with a stimulating chemical (ALA) that magnifies the effect on the bacteria and sebaceous glands and allows a very high incidence of clearing.

The healing process

This procedure does not involve any surgical incision as such, so there is no down-time. However, flaky skin is shed as the damaged areas heal.

Patients must avoid exposure to sunlight for 48 hours following the procedure. This will enable the procedure to be fully effective.