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Zeno Acne Clearing Device: How Effective Is It?

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The Zeno Acne Clearing Device is a battery-operated, handheld pimple zapper. The tip of this acne treatment device heats to a pre-set temperature and was designed to get in contact with the affected area. The pimple treatment is supposed to get rid of acne by triggering a heat shock response in the bacteria that causes pimples and forces it to self-destruct.

Zeno is touted as the most scientifically advanced acne treatment available in the market. The portable device, according to its manufacturer, makes it easier for people to treat acne since they do not need to apply any creams or liquids on their faces.

Comments from users

"I recommend this to everyone. It says that it is not for cystic acne, but I use it on my huge ones that are painful and it stops the pain and reduces the pimple."
Excerpt from a customer review on acne.org

"I was a little wary on buying this product, because it is a little pricey...I was pleasantly surprised on how well it worked. The only downfall is if you have a lot of acne you have to spend 2 ½ minutes on every spot. This also means that you go through a lot of refills."
Excerpt from a customer review on amazon.com

"...A colleague of mine swears by Zeno - she stands by the claim that a blast of Zeno heat will get rid of a pimple within a day. Not so for me. My zits laugh at this expensive little device that does absolutely nothing but heat them up and make them even redder and more prominent."
Excerpt from a customer review on makeupalley.com

"The more I use it, I've noticed the less problem areas I have too...My skin looks so much better. No foul odors, no bleach, no chemicals, no drying and irritated skin. I have no complaints here."
Excerpt from a customer review on folica.com

Our opinion

Some people say it's effective, some say it's not. The contradictions only prove that there is no such thing as an acne treatment for everybody. Or for every type, for that matter. The device is definitely a good example of modern technology. Its portability and unique way of fighting acne can be considered its strongest points. However, its efficacy is still in doubt.

Our verdict

We're in a bind with this one. Users who have said that Zeno is effective and those who have claimed that it is not are practically 50-50. However, we have to consider its price, and for a product that is not a sure hit, it can be considered as expensive. This then is what swayed us to give it a rating that is below the half of 5.

Our Rating

(two stars)

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Company information

Zeno is manufactured by Tyrell Inc., a medical technology company based in Houston, Texas.

Product features

• 150-count treatment tip, leather case with mirror, wall charger (for the Zeno MD, the model with the highest count treatment tip)

Directions for use

The device is started by pressing the Power button. The user has to wait for the treatment temperature to be reached. The Treatment Activation Button will flash green once the appropriate temperature is reached and the device is ready to begin treatment. The user then presses the Treatment Activation Button and presses the tip onto the pimple. A beep will be heard once the treatment process has run its course.

Price

$200 (for the Zeno MD, the model with the highest Count Treatment Tip at 150. Prices vary according to model and number of Count Treatment Tip)

Return Policy

30 day money back guarantee (less shipping and handling)