25/05/2026
AviClear vs Roaccutane ✨
One of the biggest questions we’re getting right now is how AviClear compares to Roaccutane.
Both treatments target the sebaceous glands (the oil glands linked to acne), but they work in very different ways.
Roaccutane works systemically throughout the body and can be incredibly effective, but it also comes with a long list of potential side effects and requires close medical monitoring.
AviClear is different. It’s a laser treatment that selectively targets the sebaceous glands directly in the skin using a specific wavelength of light — with no tablets, no blood tests, and no need for long-term medication for many patients.
For the right patient, it can be a really exciting option:
✨ Non-invasive
✨ Drug-free
✨ Suitable for all skin tones
✨ Minimal downtime
✨ Designed to target acne at the source
Acne treatment is never one-size-fits-all, and sometimes Roaccutane is absolutely the right route. But for patients looking for an alternative approach, AviClear is changing the conversation around acne treatment.