Blemish-prone skin

For mild to moderate breakouts, extraction clears blocked pores, a salicylic booster keeps them clear and blue LED targets blemish-causing bacteria.

What the evidence says

In the study the manufacturer cites, people had five clarifying treatments with blue LED; all had clearer-looking skin and 95% reported less oil and congestion. These are small, short-term studies, so treat them as a guide.

What clinics usually suggest

Deluxe with a clarifying booster and blue LED. Not suitable over inflamed or cystic acne. A practitioner should look at your skin first.

The treatment

Deluxe HydraFacial: Deluxe is the Signature treatment plus a booster matched to your skin and a session of LED light. It is the level most people move to once they know the treatment suits them. In Manchester it costs from £135 to £200.