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“Smoothbeam Did Absolutely Nothing”
Updated 31 Mar 2009
Posted 31 Mar 2009
Posted 31 Mar 2009
Not Worth It
Spent: $2,000 in Houston, Texas
I had done it over a year ago, did one session/month for 4 consecutive months ($500/session, price excludes the numbing cream). I still have acne, still have scars. While I was getting the treatments, I was using topical creams like Duac (which does help a little) and Doxycycline. I also cut back on dairy a lot (Dr. suggested it, said a cow's hormones may somehow affect me).
The results from the Smoothbeam were temporary--it basically flattens the pimples, smoothing your face, and then the medications help a little in preventing the acne. It's been a year, and I'm just as unsatisfied with my face. Thinking of starting Accutane now.
This review is the subjective opinion of a RealSelf member and not of RealSelf, Inc.
My Doctor: Ramsey Markus, MD
Houston Dermatologist
My rating:
He really genuinely cares; provided me with many options (including Accutane, but I was hesitant about it at the time); he was honest enough to tell me that I may not be happy with the results.
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