Does Isolaz Only Treat Active Acne or Will It Also Help Fade Dark Spots Caused by Acne?

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Nicole Hayre, MD · Answer

Isolaz is an FDA approved treatment that helps to clear existing acne and help to prevent future breakouts. It can help to remove blackheads, oils and debris, reduce pore size and improve overall skin texture. However, Isolaz will not help fade dark spots caused by acne. There are many options for dark spots which include topicals, peels, lasers, and other modalities. There are also many factors that go into choosing a specific treatment. Have a consultation with a Board Certified Dermatologist to determine what treatment will give you your desired and safest plan of action.

D. Scott Karempelis, MD · Answer

IsoLaz™ is very effective in treating and reducing the appearance of acne as well as uneven skin tone and sun damage to facial skin. Using  vacuum technology, IsoLaz™ extracts dirt and debris clogging the pores while destroying the microscopic acne-causing bacteria located in the deeper layers of skin.  IsoLaz™ does not help fade dark spots caused by acne, but other treatments better suited to address hyperpigmentation include laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels.  Be sure to discuss with a board certified dermatologist your treatment options to address both your acne and dark spots

Channing R. Barnett, MD · Answer

Isolaz is a treatment which combines a broadband light that reduces bacteria and oil on the skin and a vacuum that removes debris from within pores. It is very effective for active acne including comedones (blackheads and whiteheads) and inflammatory acne (papules, pustules).  It is less effective for fading dark spots that are secondary to acne. There are other treatments better suited for fading discoloration including topicals such as RetinA (tretinoin) and treatments such as chemical peeling and microdermabrasion. I recommend you consult with a board-certified dermatologist to see whether Isolaz is the right treatment for you.

Martie Gidon, MD, FRCPC, FAAD · Answer

Isolaz combines a vacuum to remove debris within pores and broadband light which controls bacteria on the skin and oil production.  It does not help fade dark spots caused by acne.  Chemical peels and tretinoin cream would help the dark spots.

Does Isolaz Only Treat Active Acne or Will It Also Help Fade Dark Spots Caused by Acne?

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Answer: Isolaz treats active acne

Answer: Isolaz treats active acne

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