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Cystic acne treatment - zap those zits with light and heat acne therapy

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Age old question: At what age does one grow out of pimples?

Well, I can't tell you the answer to the above question as, at the ripe old age of 53, I still have occasional flareups of cystic acne - proof that God has a sense of humor. I've tried about everything to clear up my acne - from changing my diet (somewhat) to buying expensive acne treatment face cleansers to my latest move - treating cystic acne with hlgh end heat treatments. Now, that might seem sort of simple; perhaps you're thinking I'm sitting in the sun with a hot towel wrapped around my face. Oh, no, mon frere. Quite the opposite - I'm able to control my cystic acne with the use of a relatively new product on the market - A handheld device which uses a powerful combination of heat and light to treat mild to moderate breakouts.

And, I'm about to help you too. So, grab your reading glasses and your credit card and let me give you some education about cystic acne treatment - zap those zits with light and heat acne therapy.

Inexpensive heat and light acne clearing devices

These heat and light acne clearing devices are fairly expensive but I've found some here that are more reasonable. Some of the higher end cystic acne treatment devices go upwards to $600! The one's I've got for you below range from $30 to $80.


Zeno Acne Clearing Device with 60-Count Cartridge


Zeno Hot Spot Blemish Clearing Device, Blue


Tanda Zap Acne Clearing Device


Zeno Heat Treat Blemish Prevention Kit, 1-Count

Articles about the use of blue and/or red light therapies on acne

Before I bought my blue light cystic acne treatment zit zapper, I did a little bit of research to make sure that the high price I was paying was worth it. And, I found that it was. Here's a few good articles about the effects of heat and light treatment on acne for your to peruse if you're a skeptic
The Mayo Clinic paper on ace treatments
This excellent article details the different types of acne treatments such as:
blue light therapy, pulsed light and heat energy therapy, diode laser therapy, photodynamic therapy, and photopneumonic therapies in treating not only cystic acne but skin breakouts in general.
MSN health
This article "Acne treatments: Emerging therapies for clearer skin" goes into depth about the various treatments on the market for acne or cystic breakouts.
Livestrong.com
Another great article titled "Blue Light Acne Treatments" goes into the side effects and costs associated with this type of acne treatment.
Acne.org
This article details the difference between blue and red light therapies on acne. Very interesting.

Cystic acne treatment

The below videos will give you some other ideas about how to treat acne flares.
Blue Light Acne Treatment
by drsgreenberg | video info

3 ratings | 3,179 views
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Quasar Photorejuvenation Blue Light Therapy

No, this is not the type of blue light found at K-mart

The Quasar Photorejuvenation blue light therapy wand allows you to treat your acne in the privacy of your own home. Just apply a lubricant to the skin and move the wand around on the skin. The photorejuvenation blue light therapy kills off the bacteria that cause acne while protecting your skin from further breakouts.

The Quasar Photorejuvenationn device is FDA registered and approved.
Baby Quasar Photorejuvenation Light Therapy, Blue

Baby Quasar Photorejuvenation Light Therapy, Blue

From Amazon's product description:

Make acne sing the blues. Gorgeous, smoother, cleaner-looking skin is only a few minutes a day away. The Baby Blue light works by killing the acne-causing bacteria, P. Acne, and works well in treating inflammatory acne vulgaris that has not responded to other acne therapies. The P. Acne bacteria releases small molecules called Porphyrins. When Porphyrins are exposed to the Baby Blue's wavelengths of light, they produce free radicals that kill bacteria. Get rid of your harsh drying acne products. Gentle, natural, safe and painless, Baby Blue can be used on all skin types and all skin tones. While acne is not considered a serious health threat, severe acne can result in permanent scarring and can be a source of significant emotional distress. With regular and continued use, Baby Blue's light therapy treatment will dramatically improve the appearance of acneic skin, resulting in a clean, clear complexion. For best results, combine with the Baby Quasar's red and infrared light to help control sebum, stimulate healing and reduce inflammation. Quasar Light Therapy is FDA registered and FDA accepted.

Quasar Photorejuvenation Videos

These videos will give you an idea of how the Baby Quasar works on real people.
Review of Baby Quasar Red; Is it as good as a professional IPL?
by MsCurlyHairedGirl | video info

9 ratings | 4,660 views
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Claro IPL Acne Clearing Device

I bought the Claro Acne Clearing Device and have enjoyed success in quickly clearing acne breakouts. I've also seen a drastic reduction in the number of acne breakouts I have so I'm pretty happy. The Claro Acne Clearing Device is midpriced - right around $180-200.


Claro CLARO IPL Acne Clearing Device
Hot Pink


Claro CLARO IPL Acne Clearing Device
Cobalt Blue


CLARO RX IPL Skin Clarifying System
Onyx Black

If you prefer to go the old fashioned way to clear your acne

Try these other remedies

Benzoyl Peroxide, retinol, and salicylic acid are all known to help clear acne. The below products are the low tech way to clear cystic acne and general acne breakouts if you prefer
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And the Quasar Power Pack (Red and Blue Laser Light Therapies)

The heavy hitter in cystic acne treatment lights

The Quasar Power Pack will set you back around $600 but is much more powerful than the other acne treatment devices. It not only treats acne, but reportedly will reduce dark spot, smooth minor wrinkles, and tighten the skin.
Quasar Power Pack (Baby Quasar Red and Baby Quasar Blue Light Therapies)

Quasar Power Pack (Baby Quasar Red and Baby Quasar Blue Light Therapies)

Amazon Price: $578.01 (as of 05/31/2012)Buy Now

Need collagen? The Quasar Power Pack will help stimulate the aggregation of collagen under the skin. This gives the skin more elasticity and a tighter appearance.

Proactiv on eBay

I personally have used Proactive for 5 years and love the stuff. It's definitely kept my breakouts to a dull roar. I use the Proactiv repairing lotion the most but also like the cleaner and the toner.
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Got comments?

Please leave me comments about your own experiences in the quest for clear skin (misery loves company). I'm sure I'll grow out of this phase eventually.

  • Superwriter711 May 15, 2012 @ 1:08 am | delete
    I've got zits all over my face! I'll check it out.
  • MiddleSister Apr 17, 2012 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    So, NOW they come up with this? I could've used it years ago. (Yes, at 51, I still get occasional breakouts too.)
  • Thomscy Feb 28, 2012 @ 2:36 am | delete
    Could you write two or three articles or reviews for me. Your scribbling method is definitely inspiring. Acnebook.Net
  • Merlo Feb 17, 2012 @ 10:42 am | delete
    The food you eat really plays a big part in the health of your skin, and reduces acne when done right. But sometime you just have toget rid of pimples fast
  • tokyonights7 Dec 28, 2011 @ 9:58 am | delete
    I was given minocycline by my skin doctor and was on it for a few years. It did the job but sadly, the damage to my skin was already done. :(
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