Target Acne with Confidence

An approach to acne care that puts you in control

70% of adolescents are affected by acne vulgaris, and it often continues into adulthood.2

This condition is primarily caused by Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes), the bacterium responsible for acne.3,4

Alarmingly, C. acnes has shown increasing resistance to antibiotics, highlighting a need for alternative treatment approaches.2

The BLU-U blue light is an in-office solution for moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris, without the need for chemical treatments.1

Discover the benefits of the enhanced LED BLU-U model, including time savings and portability1

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BLU-U Blue Light Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Illuminator is indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. This device should not be combined with photosensitizing drugs when treating moderate inflammatory acne.1

BLU-U Blue Light Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) Illuminator is indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. This device should not be combined with photosensitizing drugs when treating moderate inflammatory acne.1

How does blue light target acne?

BLU-U precisely targets the bacterium that causes breakouts, giving you the confidence to help patients achieve clearer skin.2,5

C. acnes primarily produces coproporphyrin III, a photoactive compound with a peak absorption of 415 nm.2

Blue light, with a peak absorption of 417±5 nm, effectively activates the photoactive compound in C. acnes, targeting and eliminating the bacterium through the production of singlet oxygen, resulting in visibly clearer skin for your patients.1,2,5

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Getting started with blue light for acne

Blue light treatment sessions for acne should be performed 2-3 times per week until the desired clinical results have been achieved. Each session delivers 10 joules/cm2 of light exposure. The maximum recommended cumulative light exposure is 320 joules/cm2.1 Duration of treatment depends on the model used:

A session with the LED BLU-U blue light will last 8 minutes and 20 seconds1

A session with all other BLU-U models will last 16 minutes and 40 seconds1

Achieve clearer skin with confidence2

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Important Safety Information

  • When using the BLU-U® for acne, do not use this device with photosensitizing drugs or with patients who may be taking photosensitizing drugs or supplements such as antifungals (such as Griseofulvin), thiazide diuretics, diabetes drugs (such as sulfonylureas), antipsychotic drugs (such as phenothiazines), certain antibiotics (e.g. sulfonamides and tetracyclines), or herbal supplements such as St. John’s Wort.
  • Do not exceed the total recommended light dosage and frequency of treatment.
  • Always use the protective eyewear that has been supplied with the device.

References: 1. Data on file. Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. Princeton, NJ. 2. Gold MH, Andriessen A, Biron J, Andriessen H. Clinical efficacy of self-applied blue light therapy for mild-to-moderate facial acne. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2009;2(3):44-50. 3. Sutaria AH, Masood S, Saleh HM, Schlessinger J. Acne Vulgaris. Updated August 17, 2023. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024. 4. Platsidaki E, Dessinioti C. Recent advances in understanding Propionibacterium acnes (Cutibacterium acnes) in acne. F1000Res. 2018;19;7:F1000 Faculty Rev-1953. 5. Bullen A, Manoharan S, Oakley A, Rademaker M. Lasers, lights, and acne. DermNet. Accessed December 10, 2024. https://dermnetnz.org/topics/lasers-lights-and-acne