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Zeno Acne Treatment Device: It Looks Good, But Does It Work?

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The Zeno acne treatment device is handheld and battery-operated. It is equipped with a tip that heats up to a pre-set temperature. This tip is pressed directly to the pimple so that the heat can work on the bump and eradicate it. According to the manufacturer of this device, it works by stimulating a heat-shock response from bacteria-causing acne. This response supposedly results in the self-destruction of the bacteria and the disappearance of pimples.

The maker of Zeno has claimed that the device does not cause skin damage since it adjusts the flow of energy to match the heat absorption of the user. The product is supposed to be a revolutionary way of treating pimples - no gooey creams and sticky formulas, just a cool-looking portable device that can cure acne.

Comments from users

"Recommended by my dermatologist as safe for skin. Used it only one time and my pimple is no more...Highly recommended."
Excerpt from a customer review on acne.org

"The product really does work. I enjoyed it. But it stopped working altogether after a few months. A bit expensive for such a short time."
Excerpt from a customer review on amazon.com

"...I see people here saying it worked for them but it didn't work for me. Also, it's quite the scam that in addition to being $170 (purchased at Sephora), you only get to use it a certain number of times (the machine has a counter) before they make you go out and purchase refills."
Excerpt from a customer review on makeupalley.com

"Zeno is AMAZING!!! If I feel a pimple popping up I just zap it right away and it starts to slowly get smaller throughout the day...Overall, an impressive product. Finally, no more dry skin from topicals."
Excerpt from a customer review on folica.com

Our opinion

This product has its pros and cons. Let's start with what's good about it.
1) Half of the reviews we've gathered claimed that it does eradicate pimples.
2) Looks cool and comes in different bright colors (it looks like a cell phone, actually).
3) Convenient since you don't need to apply sticky materials to your face.
4) Portable, you can carry it anywhere (as long as you always remember to recharge it).

Let's look at what's not good about it.
1) Half of the review we've gathered claimed that it does not work at all and can actually burn the skin.
2) Expensive for a product whose effectiveness is still under debate.
3) If you have numerous pimples, it could take a lot of time since you need to treat every one of them.

Our verdict

Definitely not the best acne treatment product in the world. Or to put it better, there are others that have higher efficacy ratings and are less expensive. Admittedly, we're on the fence with this one. But the high price had convinced us to downgrade its rating a bit. If positive feedback had outnumbered the negative, then we could probably ignore the price. As it is, we deem it too expensive for a product that might or might not work for you.

Our Rating

(two stars)

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Company information

Made by Houston, Texas-based Tyrell Inc., a company that specializes in medical technology devices.

Product features

• For the Zeno PRO shown in the picture - device, 90 Count Treatment Tip, leather carry case with mirror, wall charger and product manual.

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

$159 for the Zeno Pro. Price varies according to model and number of Count Treatment Tip

Return Policy

30 day money back guarantee (less shipping and handling)