Type
Laser
Duration
45 min
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Medical skin assessment and acne grade evaluation
- Candela SMOOTHBEAM 1,450 nm laser treatment
- DCD cryogen cooling with each pulse for epidermal protection
- Post-treatment skincare and SPF guidance
Acne laser treatment at Esthé Laser Clinic uses the Candela SMOOTHBEAM — a 1,450 nm diode laser specifically designed to target the sebaceous glands beneath active acne lesions without damaging the overlying skin. The 1,450 nm wavelength penetrates the dermis to a depth of 1.5–2 mm, reaching the sebaceous gland architecture responsible for excess sebum production. The DCD cooling system simultaneously cools the skin surface, making the treatment well tolerated. By thermally reducing sebaceous gland activity, SMOOTHBEAM addresses one of the root causes of inflammatory acne rather than merely treating surface symptoms. Clinical studies show significant reduction in acne lesion count after a course of 4–6 sessions. The treatment is appropriate for moderate-to-severe inflammatory acne that has not responded adequately to topical therapy.
About this treatment
Acne vulgaris is fundamentally a follicular disorder in which excess sebum production, abnormal follicular keratinisation, bacterial colonisation (Cutibacterium acnes), and follicular inflammation interact to produce the clinical spectrum of comedones, papules, pustules, and cysts. Topical and oral treatments address the bacterial and inflammatory components but have limited effect on sebaceous gland size and output — the core driver of recurrence in many…
The Candela SMOOTHBEAM operates at 1,450 nm, a wavelength chosen because it is absorbed by water in the tissue rather than by melanin, making it safer across skin tones. At this wavelength and a typical fluence of 9–14 J/cm², the laser energy penetrates approximately 1.5–2 mm into the dermis — precisely the depth range where the sebaceous lobules connect to the hair follicle infundibulum. The thermal effect at this depth selectively damages the sebaceous…
The DCD (Dynamic Cooling Device) integrated into the SMOOTHBEAM handpiece delivers a cryogen spray to the epidermis immediately before each laser pulse. This epidermal cooling keeps the superficial skin at a safe temperature while the deeper dermal target receives the therapeutic heating — a key distinction from ablative laser systems that target the skin surface. Because the epidermis is protected, post-treatment there is typically no open wound and…
Good to know
- Laser
- Candela SMOOTHBEAM — 1,450 nm diode
- Target
- Sebaceous glands at 1.5–2 mm depth
- Protocol
- 4–6 sessions, 3–4 weeks apart
- Secondary benefit
- Collagen remodelling may improve shallow acne scarring
- Downtime
- Minimal — no open wound, return to work same day
Who is this for?
Moderate-to-severe inflammatory acne resistant to topical therapy, oily skin with active papules and pustules, patients wanting to reduce acne alongside improving shallow post-acne scarring
Preparation required
Stop topical retinoids 7 days before. No sun exposure 4 weeks prior. Clean skin on arrival, no topical products. Disclose all current acne medications. Wait 6 months after oral isotretinoin before first session.
About the clinic
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Clinical team
The clinic was founded by MUDr. Hana Raková, a dermatologist recognised as a pioneer of laser dermatology in the Czech Republic, with over 20 years of laser and aesthetic medicine practice. Clinical treatments including Botox injections and medical laser procedures are performed exclusively by qualified medical staff. The team holds certifications relevant to Candela laser platforms (V-Beam Perfecta, SMOOTHBEAM) and…
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What clients say
"{"author":"Google reviewer","text":"I came for laser vascular treatment on my face and was impressed by how professional the whole process was. The doctor explained everything clearly, the treatment was quick, and the results were exactly what I hoped for.","source":"google"}"
"{"author":"Google reviewer","text":"Microneedling at Esthé really improved the texture of my skin. Healing was as they described — a few days of redness and then smooth skin. Very happy with the clinic and the expertise of the staff.","source":"google"}"
Treatment highlights
- Medical skin assessment and acne grade evaluation
- Candela SMOOTHBEAM 1,450 nm laser treatment
+2 more items in What's included
3,500 Kč per session. A course of 4–6 sessions spaced 3–4 weeks apart is recommended for optimal sebaceous gland reduction and long-term acne control. Full-face treatment priced per session; partial-face or targeted area pricing available at consultation.