Low Level Laser Versus Polarized Light in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris

Low Level Laser Versus Polarized Light in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris

The present study is designed to compare clinically the therapeutic applications between low level laser therapy (excimer laser) and non-laser polarized light (Bioptron prol) in the treatment of Acne vulgaris.

Traditional acne treatment often involves topical application, which can cause skin irritation and dryness, and oral antibiotic therapy, which is limited by antibiotic resistance. Newer procedures like laser and light-based therapies offer alternative treatments for patients who struggle with adherence or experience side effects or treatment failure. This study aims to compare the therapeutic application of laser and light therapies as an alternative to traditional acne treatments.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Female and male patients.
2. Age range between 18 and 25 years.
3. All patients will sign their informed consent to participate in the research procedure and to publish the data.
4. Definite clinical diagnosis of mild to moderate inflammatory lesions of facial Acne vulgaris (open and closed comedones, papules, pustules, and nodules) on the face that has been going on for at least 1 month.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patient's unwillingness to continue cooperation in the study
2. Photosensitive skin.
3. Pregnancy and breast feeding.
4. Women who use hormonal contraceptives.
5. Patients who had used oral retinoids or any other treatment for acne in the last month.
6. Patients with severe nodulocystic acne