Dear Skin Care Expert,

I’ve been dealing with acne all over my face for the past 6-8 months and I can’t seem to get rid of it. Although I’ve tried many different treatments, I can’t seem to get rid of it. I saw an advertisement for the Zeno electronic acne clearing device. Could this be a possible solution to my problem? – Looking for a Cure in Los Angeles

Dear Looking,

Thanks for writing in. It definitely can be frustrating to try treatment after treatment with no results. It’s no wonder you are reaching out for an acne solution that really works.

About the Zeno electronic acne clearing device…well, this may not provide you the solution you are looking or either. The device is definitely very different from other acne products out there. It is essentially an electronic device that uses heat to try to kill the bacteria that is located in the acne. You have to keep using the device on the pimple ever couple minutes. The company does advertise that results are noticeable in 24 hours.

On the one hand, there are a few benefits. This is a mild treatment that is pain free, and in some cases it can provide some quick results. You can also take this little device with you about anywhere. However, there are some disadvantages to the Zeno as well.

First of all, you’ll find that this treatment does not actually address the root problem of acne, which is excessive oil, pores that are clogged, and dead skin cells. Sure, targeting the bacteria is important, but it doesn’t get to the root of your problem. So, even if it does successfully treat a breakout, it can’t keep it from coming back again.

The real problem I have with the Zeno is that it really is only effective if you have a lone breakout here or there. If you are dealing with moderate to severe acne all over your face, it’s just not going to work for you. Standing there and treating every single pimple is going to be frustrating, expensive, and ineffective.

So, although it may be helpful for treating a lone breakout from time to time, this product probably won’t provide you with the overall acne solution you need. You are better off to go with a treatment that treats the entire problem for the best results.