Treatment Overview: BBL therapy
BBL (BroadBand Light) is an advanced broadband light therapy designed to treat pigmentation, redness and acne, improve overall skin quality, reduce signs of aging. This modern photorejuvenation technology delivers powerful yet controlled light energy to the skin, stimulating collagen production and supporting long-term skin health — all with minimal discomfort and no downtime. At our Acne Clinic NYC, we use Sciton BBL HERO to personalize treatments based on your skin type, concerns, and aesthetic goals.
Recommended Sessions
3–6 sessions.
Duration
20–30 minutes per session (depending on treatment area).
Pain Level
3 of 10. Mild warmth with cooling sensation.
Downtime
From none to mild redness (resolves within several days).
Frequency
Every 4 weeks.
Maintenance
2-4 times per year. Maintenance frequency depends on your individual skin concern and long-term goals.
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), post-inflammatory erythema (PIE), and sun damage: not required.
Rosacea and broken capillaries: 2–3 times per year, depending on the severity of vascular activity and flare frequency.
Rejuvenation / anti-aging: 2–3 treatments per year help maintain collagen stimulation, skin firmness, and long-term genetic rejuvenation benefits.
Procedure
Cleanse, apply eye protection, perform customized BBL treatment, moisturize, and finish with SPF. If combined with Moxi, BBL is performed first, followed by Moxi laser resurfacing.
Makeup Application
Same or following day. Avoid makeup until any mild flaking fully resolves.
Skin Tone Note
Safe for 1-4 skin tones.
Price Range
Contraindications:
Recent or active tanning.
Active skin infections (viral, bacterial, fungal).
Active herpes outbreak.
Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Autoimmune disorders.
History of hypertrophic scarring.
Epilepsy.
Active cancer or suspicious lesions.
Recent antibiotic use (within 2 weeks).
Certain medications (retinoids, tetracycline, photosensitizing drugs).
General Recommendations
for the BBL Treatments
Pre-treatment
Use SPF daily and reapply every 2 hours when exposed to the sun. Avoid sun exposure and tanning for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment. Skin must not be sunburned — if active sunburn is present, the procedure will be postponed for your safety.
Discontinue retinoids and other harsh prescription medication minimum 7 days prior.
Avoid self-tanners for 3 weeks.
Avoid solarium for 4 weeks.
Be off photosensitizing meds for 2 weeks.
Wait at least 12 months after isotretinoin (accutane, etc).
Wait appropriate intervals after chemical peels (4 weeks).
Consult your provider if taking long-term medications.
Post-Treatment
Use SPF daily reapply 2 hours.
Avoid unprotected sun exposure .
Use gentle skincare and regenerative creams as recommended.
Avoid makeup until any mild flaking fully resolves.
Multiple Combination Protocol for
BBL Treatment
BBL + Microneedling, 50min
Combining BBL with microneedling enhances collagen stimulation on multiple skin levels, improving pigmentation, texture, acne scars, and overall skin firmness.
BBL + PRP, 50 min
When paired with PRP (platelet-rich plasma), BBL accelerates cellular regeneration and healing, amplifying anti-aging results and improving skin tone and elasticity.
BBL + Chemical Peels, 50 min
BBL reduces pigment and redness at deeper levels, while chemical peels refine the surface, creating a brighter, smoother, and more even complexion.
BBL + Extractions, 50 min
Performing extractions alongside BBL helps clear congested pores while the light therapy reduces inflammation and bacteria, supporting clearer skin.
BBL + Dermaplaning, 50 min
Dermaplaning removes dead skin cells and peach fuzz before BBL, allowing more even light penetration and enhanced radiance.
BBL + HydraFacial, 50 min
This combination deeply cleanses and hydrates the skin while BBL targets pigmentation and redness, leaving the skin clearer, plumper, and glowing.
BBL + Laser Resurfacing, 50 min
Pairing BBL with laser resurfacing addresses both pigment and vascular concerns while improving deeper texture irregularities and stimulating advanced collagen remodeling.
Why We Recommend BBL at AcneClinicNYC:
BBL HERO combines versatility, safety, and scientifically supported anti-aging benefits in one platform. It treats pigmentation, vascular concerns, acne, and early laxity while stimulating long-term collagen production and cellular renewal.
Because the treatment is customizable, non-invasive, and requires no recovery time, it provides visible improvements without disrupting your daily routine — making it an excellent option for patients seeking gradual, natural, and lasting skin enhancement.
How it works:
BBL technology uses broad-spectrum light pulses that penetrate the more superficial layers of the skin. Unlike laser treatments, which deliver a single concentrated wavelength deeper into the dermis, BBL works closer to the surface — making it especially effective for concerns such as post-inflammatory erythema (PIE), post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), rosacea, couperose, broken capillaries, and sun damage.
Light Energy
- Targets redness and vascular lesions, reduces pigmentation and sun damage, improves uneven skin tone, minimizes visible broken capillaries.
Heat Energy
- Stimulates collagen production, accelerates skin healing, promotes cellular regeneration, enhances lymphatic circulation, improves firmness and elasticity.
This dual action — light for correction and heat for regeneration — allows BBL to simultaneously calm inflammation, even out skin tone, and strengthen overall skin structure while maintaining a strong safety profile and minimal downtime.
FAQ
BBL (BroadBand Light) is an advanced form of IPL technology. While both use broad-spectrum light, BBL HERO delivers significantly higher peak power, faster treatment speed, and enhanced cooling. This allows for more precise targeting of pigment and vascular concerns with improved comfort, consistency, and safety compared to traditional IPL systems.
Yes. BBL is often referred to as “genetic rejuvenation” because studies suggest that consistent treatments may positively influence gene expression associated with aging. By stimulating collagen production and supporting cellular regeneration, BBL not only corrects visible damage but also helps slow the development of new signs of aging over time.
Absolutely. BBL can safely treat areas beyond the face, including the neck, chest, shoulders, back, arms, and hands. It is especially effective for sun damage, pigmentation, redness, and early skin laxity in these commonly exposed areas.
Pigmented spots may temporarily darken within a few days after treatment. This is a normal and expected response. The darkened pigment gradually flakes off or fades over 7–14 days, revealing clearer, more even-toned skin underneath. If pigmentation is deeper or long-standing, multiple sessions may be required to progressively lift and reduce the discoloration for optimal results.
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