Can active acne and acne scars be treated at the same time?

Yes. The Nordlys® IPL targets active inflammation while the fractional laser addresses residual scarring — both in a single visit.

How many acne treatments will I need?

Most patients see optimal results after 3 or more sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, tailored to your skin.

What is the downtime after acne treatment?

Expect light, coffee-ground-like crusting for 1–2 weeks. No topical anesthetic is required and sessions are nearly pain-free.

Is the improvement from acne treatment permanent?

Collagen remodeling from the fractional laser produces lasting improvements in texture. Active acne management may require maintenance sessions.

Can active acne and scars be treated in the same session?

Yes. The Nordlys® IPL targets active inflammation while the fractional laser addresses residual scarring — both in a single visit.

How many treatments will I need?

Most patients see optimal results after 3 or more sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, tailored to your skin.

What is the downtime?

Expect light, coffee-ground-like crusting for 1–2 weeks. No topical anesthetic is required and sessions are nearly pain-free.

Is the improvement permanent?

Collagen remodeling from the fractional laser produces lasting improvements in texture. Active acne management may require maintenance sessions.

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Treatment

The Candela Nordlys® is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive platform that treats inflammatory acne vulgaris and reduces acne scars using Selective Waveband Technology (SWT) IPL and fractional lasers. It targets active acne by reducing sebum production and destroying bacteria — delivering clearer, smoother skin with minimal downtime.

Board-Certified NP

Candela Certified

5-Star Rated

Free Consultation

Full Face$400

Upper Back$400

Nape of Neck$250

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Treatment Benefits

Why Choose This Treatment?

IPL Acne Clearing

Narrowband PR 530 IPL targets blood vessels feeding acne glands, reducing inflammation and bacteria.

Scar Resurfacing

Frax 1550™ fractional laser remodels collagen to smooth acne scars and refine texture.

Nearly Pain-Free

Sessions are 30–45 min with no topical anesthetic needed — most describe a light rubber-band snap.

Minimal Downtime

Light coffee-ground crusting may appear for 1–2 weeks, then resolves completely.

Step by Step

How It Works

01SWT IPL (PR 530) targets hemoglobin in vessels feeding sebaceous glands.
02Reduces sebum production and destroys acne-causing bacteria.
03Frax 1550™ fractional laser remodels collagen beneath the surface.
04Skin heals clearer, smoother, and with reduced redness over 3+ sessions.

Before & After

Real Results

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Acne scars visibly smoother after 4 Nordlys® sessions

Rolling and boxcar acne scars on cheeks before treatment

BeforeAfterFace

4 Sessions · Nordlys® Frax™

Rolling & Boxcar Scars — Cheeks

Redness and texture improved after 3 combination sessions

Post-inflammatory redness and uneven texture before laser

BeforeAfterFace

3 Sessions · Nordlys® IPL + Frax™

Post-Acne Redness & Texture

Back acne scars reduced after 5 sessions

Acne scarring on upper back before treatment

BeforeAfterBody

5 Sessions · Nordlys® Frax™

Back Acne Scarring

Individual results may vary. Photos shown with patient consent.

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