BBL Clear Acne Treatment

Clinically effective acne treatment designed to clear and calm the skin at the source.

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Clearer skin starts here

Acne is one of the most common skin concerns we see and one of the most frustrating to manage. Topical products and medications can feel like a cycle with no end, often bringing side effects before they bring results. There is a better way.

BBL Clear is a physician-guided, light-based acne treatment that uses the precision of BroadBand Light® to address active breakouts and protect against future ones, without oral medications, harsh creams, or any downtime. Powered by BBL® HERO™ technology, this innovative three-step protocol works at multiple levels of the skin in a single, comfortable session.

Whether you are a teenager navigating hormonal acne or an adult managing persistent breakouts, BBL Clear is designed to meet your skin where it is and help move it toward where you want it to be.

The Science Behind Clear Skin

BBL Clear uses a proprietary multi-wavelength process that distinguishes it from standard IPL treatments. Each session involves three precisely sequenced passes of the BBL HERO handpiece, each targeting a different contributor to acne.

Step 1: Blue Light
Eliminate Acne-Causing Bacteria The first pass uses blue BBL light to penetrate deep into the pores, where it targets and destroys Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), the bacteria responsible for triggering breakouts. By addressing the source of acne directly, this step helps clear existing blemishes and works to prevent new ones from forming.

Step 2: Yellow Light
Calm Inflammation and Redness The second pass uses yellow BBL light to reduce the inflammation and redness that characterize active acne. This step helps resolve inflammatory lesions more quickly while visibly calming the skin, evening out tone, and reducing the appearance of post-acne marks.

Step 3: Infrared Light
Activate the Skin's Natural Healing Response The third pass uses infrared light delivered in rapid, gentle pulses to stimulate the skin's innate healing mechanisms. By supporting collagen production and cellular renewal, this step improves skin texture, helps fade scarring, and amplifies the results of the first two passes.

A sapphire-cooled tip on the BBL HERO handpiece ensures your skin stays comfortable throughout all three steps.

Why Patients Choose BBL Clear

For patients who have tried the conventional route without achieving the results they hoped for, BBL Clear offers a genuinely different approach. Rather than addressing a single factor, it treats acne holistically, targeting bacteria, calming inflammation, and supporting long-term skin repair, all within one treatment session and with no systemic side effects.

It is fast, non-invasive, and designed to integrate seamlessly into even the busiest schedule.

What your treatment delivers

  • Destroys acne-causing bacteria at the source, without drugs or chemicals

  • Calms inflammation and visibly reduces redness associated with active breakouts

  • Helps prevent future breakouts by addressing their root cause

  • Supports collagen production and improves skin texture over time

  • Fades post-acne marks and enhances overall skin clarity

  • Minimal to zero downtime, most patients resume normal activities immediately

  • Effective for teens and adults across most skin types

  • Can be used on the face, neck, chest, and back

Your Treatment Experience

  • Your eyes will be carefully shielded before treatment begins. A clear gel is applied to the skin, and the cooled BBL HERO handpiece glides gently across the treatment area, completing all three passes in a single, continuous session. Most patients find the experience comfortable and well-tolerated, with minimal sensation throughout. A mild warmth or gentle stinging may be felt at times, but the built-in cooling system keeps skin protected at every stage. Sessions typically take between 15 and 30 minutes, depending on the area being treated.

  • There is little to no downtime. Most patients apply makeup and return to their regular routine immediately following treatment. Some mild redness may appear and typically fades within a few hours. Some patients experience a mild worsening of redness or acne in the days following treatment, which is normal and is expected to improve. We recommend avoiding direct sun exposure and wearing a broad-spectrum SPF daily following each session.

  • Many patients notice a visible improvement in their skin after just one session. For optimal and lasting results, a series of treatments is recommended, typically 4–6 sessions spaced one to two weeks apart. Our team will design a treatment plan tailored to the severity of your acne and your longer-term skin health goals. Maintenance sessions may be incorporated into your plan to sustain results over time.

Love the Skin
You’re In.

You deserve to feel confident and love the skin you’re in. If acne has been standing in the way of that confidence, we invite you to take the next step. At Anderson Medical Aesthetics, we approach every concern with clinical precision, genuine care, and a deep commitment to your long-term results.

A personalized consultation is where every journey begins. Our team will assess your skin, understand your history, and build a treatment plan designed around you.

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 FAQs

  • BBL Clear is well-suited for most patients managing active acne, including teens and adults across a range of skin types. It is particularly effective for those dealing with mild to moderate breakouts, persistent acne-associated redness, or post-acne pigmentation. A complimentary consultation with our team will confirm whether this treatment is the right fit for your skin.

  • Most patients benefit from a series of 4–6 treatments, typically scheduled one to two weeks apart. The exact number will depend on the nature and severity of your acne, as well as how your skin responds over the course of treatment. Maintenance sessions can be built into your long-term skin health plan.

  • BBL Clear is a comfortable, non-invasive procedure with minimal to no discomfort for most patients. You may experience a mild warming sensation or occasional gentle sting during treatment, but no topical numbing agent is required.

  • There is little to no downtime. You can apply makeup and return to your daily activities immediately following your session. Mild redness may occur in the hours after treatment and typically resolves on its own.

  • Yes. The infrared step within the BBL Clear protocol stimulates the skin's natural healing response and supports new collagen formation, which works to reduce the visibility of post-acne marks and improve the overall texture of the skin over time. Depending on the type of scarring and depth, other treatments may be recommended as more appropriate.

  • Absolutely. BBL Clear pairs beautifully with other treatments in our portfolio. If your skin concerns include both active acne and signs of sun damage, uneven tone, or early aging, our team may recommend incorporating Forever Young BBL or additional modalities into your personalized treatment plan.

  • Following each session, avoid direct sun exposure on treated areas and apply a broad-spectrum SPF daily. Our team will provide comprehensive aftercare instructions at every visit to support your results and protect your skin.