Blue LED, Red LED, or Laser: Which Works Best for Acne?
Blue (415 nm) and red (630–660 nm) LEDs are commonly used for acne treatment at home due to their safety, affordability, and effectiveness. Blue light targets Cutibacterium acnes by activating porphyrins, while red light reduces inflammation. Frequent sessions over weeks or months are needed, usually yielding modest results, so this method suits mild inflammatory acne […]
Laser Resurfacing and Wrinkles
Lasers are highly effective in resurfacing facial defects. This includes scars, acne scars, wrinkles and pigment. Wrinkles around the eyes and mouth are bothersome to most of us, and they don’t go away with cremes or cosmetic treatments. Resurfacing renews the outermost portions of our skin, leading to new collagen and elastin formation […]
Microneedling – Much Improved Since 100BC
Microneedling is the art of penetrating the skin with very small needles creating controlled tissue damage that stimulates the body’s healing response. This results in increased collagen and elastin production, enhanced vascularity and, ultimately, skin rejuvenation. The Chinese were the first to employ microneedling with the purpose of allowing Qi (vital energy) to enter through […]