The Thermaclear acne treatment device zaps acne bacteria with a burst of heat to treat pimples after they occur.

An FDA treatment study showed that it clears acne pimples two to four times faster than those lef untreated.

Since I have th unfairness of being over 40 with acne AND wrinkles, I was all over trying this one out.

The Thermaclear is a small battery powered device that really does deliver a burst of heat to acne. You just press a button, it heats up, and, when it's ready you apply the tip of the device to the pimple, and, press another button, and, it zaps with "HEAT" (Heat Enabled Acne Treatment).

There is a high and a low setting, because it takes a little bit of getting used to, it almost feels like a bee sting at first, but, it goes away quickly, and, you get used to it.

Enough about how you do it, does it work?

I was a little skeptical a first, but, I believe with repeated usage per the directions, it did actually hurry my zits along. It wasn't a magical cure, but, I can say it reduced the time needed to clear them up.

However, it's not meant for cystic acne or open sores of any type.

Thermaclear also makes acne prevention products, cleansing pads, clarifying cleanser and acne clearing gel which is benzoyl peroxide.

Though a bit pricey at around $150, I have to say that it's been pretty helpful for me, and, it's worth checking out if you are so inclined.