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AAD.org brings these tips for unblocking pores and fighting acne:

New laser and light treatments can specifically target two of the factors that cause acne. Lasers use heat to damage the oil glands. Photodynamic therapy, a light-based treatment, uses the combination of a photosensitizing medication on the skin that is then treated with a light to target the oil glands and P. acnes bacteria. Both of these therapies reduce the overproduction of oil which helps diminish, and in some cases completely remove, acne. "These therapies are non-invasive and cause minimal pain and discomfort to the patient," said Dr. Roberts. "Lasers also promote collagen formation and renewal which regenerates new skin and also can be used to treat acne scarring."