ELOS Technology Acne Treatment

Acne (acne eruption) usually manifests itself through “black spots” (blackheads) on the facial skin of the man as well as on decollate and back. There are some degrees of the severity of this disorder: from one small pimple on the skin to a significant number of inflamed purulent pimples. About 85% teenagers as well as more than 25% of men and 50% of women encounter with acne.

The acne is most often caused by:

• unbalanced and improper diet;
• poor hygiene;
• hormonal changes during the puberty period of teenagers;
• stress situations;
• unfavorable ecologic situation;
• bad habits.

Encountering with skin problems, many people usually start treating visible signs, using the medications for external application. However, it is important to know that the acne needs effective and professional medical treatment; that is why when finding the signs of acne eruption, you should visit the specialist.

When treating the acne, the Dermatology Department of Oxford Medical Clinic uses the unique modern technology ELOS, which consists in exposure of the problem areas of the patient’s skin to the broad spectrum of light and radiofrequency waves. This procedure produces the cleansing, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory effect. Depending on the type of skin of the man and its individual characteristics, during the free consultation, the doctors of the Dermatology Department of the clinic select the optimal course of treatment, consisting of 3-10 procedures, performed with a 5-7 day interval.

The procedure of treatment of the acne eruption by ELOS technology consists of three main stages:

• deep cleansing of facial skin (+ makeup removal);
• careful application of conducting cooling gel;
• thorough treatment of problem areas with white light of the wide spectrum and radiofrequency waves.

The procedure for treating acne with a laser consists of four main stages:

1. Deep cleansing of the facial skin (+ make-up removal).
2. Careful application of a cooling conductive gel to the problem areas of the skin;
3. Careful treatment of problem areas with broad-spectrum light and radiofrequency waves.
4. Application of a cream with an anti-inflammatory effect to the skin.

Depending on the size of the treated area, the session lasts an average of 15 to 45 minutes.

After the session, you need to follow almost the same rules as during the preparation stage.

Thermal procedures are contraindicated for 3 days, in particular, you should not take a hot bath, steam in a bathhouse or sauna. Also, during these days, you cannot use cosmetics that contain alcohol.

During the week, it is not advisable to carry out chemical peels and other procedures that aggressively affect the skin. You cannot sunbathe for two weeks, and before going outside, you must apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 35 to your skin.

Laser therapy helps to:

• reduce the number of rashes;
• cleanse and tighten pores;
• eliminate inflammatory processes;
• remove redness of the skin and discoloration of post-acne marks;
• normalize the work of the sebaceous glands;
• even out the relief and color of the skin.

Acne treatment is a complex work, and laser therapy is one of its main components. At the same time, many patients are also prescribed medications, recommended to correct their diet and use special products for home skin care. Following all the doctor's prescriptions allows you to get the maximum effect and get rid of acne faster.

The effectiveness of laser therapy is fully apparent after a cycle of sessions. Depending on the severity of acne and skin condition, the patient may need from 3 to 10 procedures. They are performed at intervals of 1-2 weeks.

As a rule, one course of treatment is enough to significantly improve the skin condition, but the patient needs to undergo several cycles.

The treatment of acne by ELOS technology is recommended for those, who have oily and dry skin.

What is achieved thanks to the procedure:

• the upper layers of epidermis are efficiently cleansed;
• the bacteria, living in sebaceous glands, are eliminated;
• the level of secretions of sebaceous glands is normalized.

The Oxford Medical cosmetology department employs highly qualified dermatologists with medical education. Thanks to this, as well as equipping the clinic with new equipment from leading world brands, we perform a full range of cosmetic procedures.

If you have any questions about laser acne treatment, you can sign up for a free consultation with a cosmetologist. The specialist will conduct an examination, assess the condition of the skin and draw up a treatment plan.

To make an appointment, call the Oxford Medical contact center or write to the chat on the website.