January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
The laser treatment effectively and safely improves hair lightening, pigment clearance, and skin rejuvenation.
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May 2023 in “PLoS ONE” The professional laser is more effective than the home-use laser for hair reduction.
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April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Surgical skin treatments improved with new methods like laser resurfacing, combined techniques, and better hair and fat removal options.
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May 2004 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America” Laser hair removal is now more effective, but the best treatment schedule is still uncertain.
15 citations
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July 2019 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” The erbium-glass laser effectively promotes hair regrowth in alopecia areata.
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September 2007 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Radiofrequency devices effectively tighten skin without surgery.
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August 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
July 2025 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Preparing scars with PRP or CO₂ laser improves hair transplant success.
May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser skin treatments can lead to viral infections like molluscum contagiosum, so precautions are important.
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December 2014 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Nonablative radiofrequency treatments, especially microneedle and fractional types, can improve acne scars by 25%–75% after 3-4 sessions, with full results in 3 months and some side effects.
3 citations
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October 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The 532 nm laser effectively reduces facial vascular and pigmented lesions, with the VISIA system reliably assessing treatment results.
April 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Use a 3-mm spot size and specific protective eyewear for safer and more effective laser treatment of facial veins.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” Long pulsed Nd: YAG laser is safe and effective for long-term hair reduction in darker skin types.
July 2026 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” Adding topical eflornithine improves laser hair removal results.
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January 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” The 1927-nm fractionated thulium laser treatment significantly improves hair thickness and count in pattern hair loss patients.
April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial introduces studies on various cosmetic and laser treatments, their effectiveness, and posttreatment care.
October 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Both treatments for resistant alopecia areata were equally effective.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
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April 1999 in “British journal of plastic surgery” Ruby laser hair removal significantly reduces hair density.
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.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Fractional photothermolysis helps wounds heal with minimal scarring.
September 2025 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Combining radiofrequency with minoxidil is more effective for hair regrowth in women than using CO2 with minoxidil.
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July 2022 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The laser treatment effectively and safely improved keratosis pilaris.
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June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lasers in hair transplantation show promise but are not yet standard, with current methods causing some side effects and needles still being preferred for creating recipient sites.
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January 2013 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Combining liposuction with laser ablation effectively reduces underarm odor with minimal side effects.
57 citations
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December 2011 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Selective photothermolysis can target sebaceous glands and may treat acne effectively.
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May 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
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September 2012 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Laser hair removal significantly improves acne keloidalis nuchae, especially with early treatment.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The excimer laser is a promising and safe treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia.