April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Higher fluence in hair removal damages hair follicles more, while lower fluence mimics natural hair regression, with long-term IPL treatments effectively reducing hair.
11 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Healthcare Engineering” The combined treatment is more effective and safer for improving sunken acne scars.
1 citations
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December 1996 in “Journal of Clinical Laser Medicine & Surgery” A doctor describes a new, less expensive method for treating skin issues with a laser, and another doctor corrects a false claim about hair transplantation results.
7 citations
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January 2003 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” The filterless flashlamp-based system effectively delays hair regrowth and improves skin condition.
47 citations
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March 1987 in “The Journal of dermatologic surgery and oncology” Carbon dioxide laser treatment effectively removed facial hair cysts without scarring or them coming back.
25 citations
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January 1999 in “Journal of cutaneous laser therapy” Diode laser effectively treats pseudofolliculitis barbae.
January 2026 in “Современные проблемы науки и образования (Modern Problems of Science and Education)” 308 nm excimer phototherapy can help some people with alopecia areata regrow hair, especially if their condition is less severe.
23 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Pulsed-intense light can significantly reduce hair, with effectiveness depending on treatment number and timing, and has mild side effects.
4 citations
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April 2014 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” TRASER effectively targets blood vessels and hair follicles for potential use in vascular and hair removal treatments.
January 2017 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” The 2017 issue emphasized progress in laser and energy-based skin treatments, but noted the need for more research on certain procedures and technologies.
1 citations
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March 2018 in “Journal of lasers in medical sciences” Combining capislow with laser is more effective for reducing unwanted hair, but the effect is temporary.
2 citations
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November 2010 in “Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America” Laser therapy is a safe, effective, and preferred treatment for spider veins.
March 2026 in “Cosmetics” Using enzymes with laser hair removal may reduce unwanted hair growth better than laser alone.
September 2024 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” A 589 nm laser increases IL-2 and IFN-y gene expression in human T-cells.
September 2024 in “Pakistan Journal of Science” Laser treatments, especially low-level laser therapy, can improve hair growth, but more research is needed.
28 citations
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December 2017 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Monochromatic light devices, especially the 308-nm excimer laser, are promising for treating alopecia areata but more research is needed.
December 2025 in “Journal of Veterinary Clinics” CO₂ laser surgery successfully healed a dog's chronic paw condition.
February 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Laser therapy shows promise for hair loss but lacks strong evidence due to limited studies.
January 2016 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” The thulium laser and PDRN injections effectively improved hair thickness in patients with pattern hair loss.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Photodynamic therapy can potentially remove nonpigmented hair by damaging hair follicles.
22 citations
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June 2002 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
21 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Laser hair removal is popular for long-term hair reduction but carries risks, requiring well-trained operators and better regulations, especially in South Africa.
April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial introduces studies on various cosmetic and laser treatments, their effectiveness, and posttreatment care.
6 citations
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January 2005 The "Opus-5" diode laser is effective for treating oral submucous fibrosis.
24 citations
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May 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The laser scanner device was more effective at increasing hair density than the laser hat in treating androgenic alopecia.
3 citations
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March 2013 in “QScience Connect” Photodynamic therapy with methylene blue and a laser effectively destroys hair follicles better than traditional laser hair removal.
12 citations
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January 2011 in “Current problems in dermatology” Lasers and IPL are the most efficient for short-term hair removal, especially for people with dark hair and light skin, but require multiple sessions for longer-lasting effects.
January 2015 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” 308 nm excimer light therapy may help hair regrowth in alopecia areata with delayed results and no serious side effects.
1 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Men are increasingly using energy-based skin treatments for workplace success, with lasers and other devices effectively improving skin and body appearance.