Acne Care Options In Westlake, OH

This fights bacteria and decreases inflammation in superficial acne, but does not penetrate deeply enough to help with cystic acne.

This helps unclog pores, fighting comedones, but only so long as you use the product regularly.

Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) is a two-step process. Levulan, a substance that occurs naturally in the body in small amounts and is concentrated into the oil glands of the skin, is applied to the affected area. One hour later, the skin is treated with IPL, a light-based treatment offered at Timeless Laser & Skin Care. PDT kills bacteria and shrinks the oil glands, thus having a more significant effect on acne than most other topical treatments. The challenges with PDT are an appearance and a feeling of having a sunburn which typically lasts for 8-48 hours. Patients are very sensitive to the sun for 3-7 days after PDT treatment and should wear a hat and an SPF 45 sunblock. Patients with severe comedonal, pustular, or cystic acne usually require 2-3 PDT treatments initially, followed by periodic maintenance treatments to keep up the benefits.

These are effective against comedones and decrease oil production. You should see the effects of retinoids by 6-8 weeks of consistent use.

We have options with Glytone, ZO, and Perfect Derma. Our peels can help manage acne, blemishes, acne scarring, and hyperpigmentation. These peels feature enhanced penetration with minimal irritation.

Customizable treatment for the face, neck, chest, or back that utilizes medical-grade products to improve acne concerns.

Oral contraceptives cause an overall decrease in androgens circulating in the bloodstream. Therefore, combination birth control pills can be very effective in the treatment of acne vulgaris.

These are effective against deeper acne; however, they have more side effects than topical antibiotics and require 4-8 weeks to see results. They do not affect oil production or clogged pores, so they are usually prescribed in combination with other treatments

This pill affects all of the causes of acne and can often clear even severe acne. However, isotretinoin can cause severe drying of the skin and, more importantly, can cause severe birth defects if taken by a woman who is pregnant or becomes pregnant while taking it.

Helps smooth the appearance of mild to moderate acne scars. The gentle warming of the superficial dermis, the layer of skin immediately under the epidermis, causes an increase in collagen production, elevating the deep portions of the scar. Laser Genesis is not effective for “ice pick” type scars. Patients usually need 5-10 treatments scheduled 2-4 weeks apart.

These injectable forms of hyaluronic acid, a substance that occurs naturally in the skin, can help smooth out boxcar scars and linear scars. They plump the skin under the base of the scar, raising it to be more even with the surrounding skin.

Applies a series of tiny pulses of laser energy to your skin. These microscopic holes heal in 2-7 days, revealing new younger looking skin, and you will notice more even skin tone, smoother skin texture, and healthier-looking skin. Depending on the severity of the scars, you may need 1-3 treatments.

We combine Genius RF Microneedling and Lase MD Ultra thulium laser to help diminish acne scars. Most patients need 3 treatments, 6 weeks apart. Results continue to improve for 3-6 months after the last treatment.