15 citations
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January 2017 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Laser treatment improved scalp skin condition with no side effects.
15 citations
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January 2003 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Cold air and a chilled sapphire window both protect the skin during laser treatments, and work better with water or gel, especially for darker skin.
Low-level light therapy may reduce hair loss and improve hair quality but it's unclear who benefits most.
18 citations
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May 2022 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” Green OLED light improves stem cell effectiveness for better wound healing.
1 citations
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February 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Using Excimer light with topical steroids is the most effective treatment for alopecia areata.
The 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser improved hair regrowth in patients with androgenic alopecia, but didn't significantly change collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, or macrophages. More research is needed for optimal results.
4 citations
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January 2020 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Using a 308-nm excimer lamp with minoxidil promotes hair growth in Alopecia Areata patients, especially younger ones or those with smaller bald spots.
79 citations
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September 2009 in “Pediatric dermatology” The 308-nm Excimer laser is effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata in children.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” Intense Pulsed Light treatments significantly improve signs of aging and sun damage on the skin.
10 citations
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January 2007 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” The IPL device is safe, effective, and has high patient satisfaction for hair removal.