Acne vulgaris and light-based therapies. (June 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Momen, Sophie; Al-Niaimi, Firas
• Is Part Of: Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy. Volume 17:Number 3(2015:Jun.)
• Page Start: 122
• Page End: 128
• Publication Date: 2015-06
• Subjects: lasers and light sources -- PDT; Skin -- Laser surgery -- Periodicals; Surgery, Plastic -- Periodicals; 617.477
• DOI: 10.3109/14764172.2014.988727
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1476-4172

Abstract

Abstract: Acne vulgaris is a common condition which remains challenging to treat in some cases. Laser and light-based therapies offer an alternative to medical therapies with the advantage of high compliance and relatively low side-effect profile. Light-based therapies in acne exert their effects through photochemical, photothermal, or a combination of both mechanisms. This article explains the mode of action for each light-based modality and examines the current evidence in this field.