Clear Skin for Summer

Acne is estimated to affect more than 80% of the world’s population at some time during one’s lifetime.Billions of dollars are spent on anti-acne medications and treatments, but many oral treatments (Accutane® and other antibiotics) are known to have serious side effects.Blu-U light therapy is effective, painless, and is free of the side effects of many systemic treatments.

Cystic acne is a harsh reality for thousands of teens and adults alike.The psychosocial impact of this type of acne can be overwhelming.Left under treated or untreated, cystic acne will almost always leave permanent scars on the face or other affected areas such as the chest and back.

At NaturaLook, we offer a combination of Levulan with PhotoDynamic Therapy (PDT).PhotoDynamic Therapy involves the application of Levulan (5-aminolevulinic acid), a photosensitizing agent, which is then activated with Blu-U light therapy.This results in significant improvement in moderate to severe cystic acne.PhotoDynamic Therapy is one of those rare acne treatments that deliver what it promises offering life-altering improvements.

Blu-U Levulan acne treatment involves three mechanisms of action against acne.  Levulan treatment inactivates the bacteria that trigger acne, exfoliates the skin to unclog pores and the most exciting mechanism is that the Levulan treatment shuts down the sebaceous glands in the skin.

We suggest two Levulan treatments, two weeks apart for the initial treatment. Subsequent maintenance treatments are usually required.The impact on acne is rapid and long-lasting.

For more information or to schedule a consult with Dr. Lusby, please call our La Jolla office at 858.459.2201.