Will V-beam Laser Completely Remove my Red Marks from Acne?

Question

I used to have cystic acne now is gone and I have red marks from it after using Accutane. A few sessions with v beam will get rid of them ?I don't want to wait years for them to fade

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In terms of skincare, always wear an appropriate sunscreen and reduce direct sun exposure. In my patients, I recommend a good ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase whenever they are on Accutane. This will keep the skin hydrated and reduce the oiliness of the skin that is associated with oil-based moisturizers.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
Realself100 Surgeon

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

It's difficult to know if V-beam laser treatments will remove your red acne marks completely.  It may, or it may just improve them.  Your skin type and the amount of redness you have could influence your result.  The V-beam generally does work well to treat red areas of the face, so I think it would be a worthwhile treatment for you.

Joshua L. Fox, MD · Answer

Yes, V-Beam (and other vascular lasers and light sources such as IPL) can do very well to remove red marks resulting from acne.  Full results usually require 3 or more treatments spaced one month apart.

Michele S. Green, MD · Answer

Vbeam is great way to help getting rid of red marks from acne.  The more treatments you get, the better the laser will work for you.  Depending on your skin type and the number of times you have the Vbeam done, you may see almost perfect results.

Ritu Saini, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The Vbeam is very useful for improving redness caused by acne.  It is hard to say without seeing a photo as to how many treatments would be necessary.  The intensity of the treatment will also determine the response.

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