The launch of the AviClear laser is big news for sufferers of stubborn acne, like me.
I have suffered from hormonal acne since my teens. I tend to get about one cystic breakout per month in the chin area , which keeps me heading to the dermatologist's office monthly for kenalog injections into each individual acne cyst . But even with my treatment arsenal, the aftermath of a cystic breakout leaves me feeling self-conscious about residual hyperpigmentation and changes in skin texture.
For my first AviClear session with Dr. Batra, my dermatologist, I double-cleanse my skin and am wiped down with acetone to ensure no oils or CC cream remain, which would compromise the laser's efficacy. They don’t numb me for this same reason, although some practices do. Dr. Batra begins the treatment on my forehead, which is one of the more painful areas of the face to treat. After using many different skin lasers and devices over the years, Ican say this is one of the more uncomfortable devices I have tried. First, I notice how cold the handpiece is, which helps protect the surrounding skin from overheating.
After a few "zaps" I adjust to the cold sensation and feel the hot pulse of the laser in the center of each pass. Honestly, it feels worse than the snap of a rubber band, which the sensation of lasers is often compared to, and I am definitely looking forward to my session ending.by the lack of redness on my face considering the intensity of the experience.
I hadn’t been particularly nervous about my first session, but after going through it, I admit, I am nervously anticipating my second appointment.In the week following the treatment, my skin is especially glowy, which Dr. Batra hypothesizes is due to microswelling that comes from heating the oil glands. My forehead also looks clearer, but then week two hits: the week before my period, when I always break out. Like clockwork, I erupt into two cystic breakouts — on my cheek and my chin.
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