How Long Does The Treatment Take?
30-40 minutes.
Does It Hurt?
AviClear is equipped with exclusive AviCool™ skin cooling and sensory controls that maintain our skin’s temperature during treatment for a more comfortable experience. During treatment, patients often notice a slight snapping sensation. In clinical studies, patients tolerated the treatment well, without the need for pain mitigation or the need to stop the treatment session.
Who Is AviClear Suitable For?
Individuals suffering from mild, moderate, and severe acne, seeking a drug-free alternative or those who have not responded well to traditional topical treatments.
Where Can AviClear Be Used?
- Face
- T-zone
- Back/body
What Are The Benefits Of AviClear?
- FDA-cleared, drug-free laser treatment, avoiding the systemic side effects of antibiotics, spironolactone, or isotretinoin, such as liver strain or skin dryness
- Targeting the root cause of acne—sebaceous glands—to lower sebum production and prevent future breakouts
- Long-lasting, often permanent, results
- It is safe for all skin types/tones
- Non-invasive, patients can return to their daily activities
- Requires no downtime
- Avoids side effects associated with oral medications
- By controlling underlying inflammation and reducing active breakouts, it reduces the risk of new acne-related scarring
What Are The Pre-Treatment Instructions?
- Avoid active skin care ingredients 2 days prior to treatment.
- Avoid tanning or excessive sun exposure at least 2 weeks prior to treatment.
What Is The Post-Care?
- Avoid exercise for 24 hours
- Apply ice packs to reduce discomfort
- Avoid hot baths and exfoliating skin care products for 3 days
- You can expect a flare of acne lesions or purging 3 - 7 days after treatment which will resolve
- Regular use of sun protection is advised
- Preferably avoid makeup for 24 hours
- Generally advised to wait at least 2-4 weeks before tanning or engaging in direct sun exposure
How Many Sessions Does It Require?
Three treatment sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
When Can You Expect To See Results?
Results typically become noticeable a few weeks after the final treatment session, with optimal, significant improvements appearing 3–6 months following the full 3-session course. While some individuals see quicker changes, the process works gradually, with results continuing to improve up to 6–12 months after the initial treatments