March 2026 in “Health Science Reports” The 755 nm laser is more effective and safer for hair removal than the dual-wavelength laser.
January 2022 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Combining fractional laser with minoxidil 5% is more effective for treating male hair loss than using minoxidil 5% alone.
December 2005 in “Springer eBooks” Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
September 2024 in “Electronic Journal of General Medicine” Laser hair removal can cause severe skin irritation, but it can improve with treatment.
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.
Lasers and energy-based devices effectively and safely improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, especially when combined with other treatments.
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.
27 citations
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July 2013 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Laser therapy may effectively treat persistent scalp inflammation.
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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.
2 citations
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March 2019 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” Higher light doses cause more damage to hair follicles, predicting better hair removal results.
Lasers and energy-based devices effectively and safely improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, especially when combined with other treatments.
14 citations
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May 2006 in “Clinical obstetrics and gynecology” Laser hair removal shows promising short-term results but isn't yet permanent.
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.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Exosome therapy with laser treatment helped hair regrowth in a child with a rare skin condition.
May 2026 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Lasers and energy-based devices effectively and safely treat hair loss, especially when combined with other treatments.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
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June 2004 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Intense pulsed light (IPL) is an efficient and safe method for hair removal, reducing hair by about 80%.
January 1994 in “Ressò de Ponent: revista de l'Ateneu Popular de Ponent” Both laser and microneedling are effective for treating resistant alopecia areata.
December 2025 in “Medical Lasers” The laser treatment increased hair density in men with hair loss.
January 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Hanke acknowledges the success of CO₂ laser for less severe blast tattoos and suggests dermabrasion for more extensive injuries, while also discussing dermatology's media presence and issues with minoxidil research.
10 citations
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July 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Laser hair transplantation can be effective but should be limited to small areas and requires more training to ensure safety and effectiveness.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining laser with PRP is more effective for vitiligo than PRP alone.
207 citations
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January 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Laser hair removal is the most requested cosmetic procedure and has become a scientifically-based treatment suitable for all skin types.
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.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “PLoS ONE” The professional laser is more effective than the home-use laser for hair reduction.
3 citations
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September 2024 in “BMC Oral Health” Low-level laser therapy reduces orthodontic relapse in rats, but fulvic acids do not.
May 2025 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Nonablative monopolar radiofrequency is a safe and effective long-term treatment for acne.
April 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Lasers are effective for some skin conditions but can cause side effects like scarring and pigment changes; careful selection is important, and botulinum toxin type A is successful in reducing sweat in palmar hyperhidrosis.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Laser treatment for skin conditions VEN and ILVEN is effective and liked by patients.
5 citations
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May 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Lasers can effectively treat pseudofolliculitis barbae, but insurance often doesn't cover it, possibly due to racial bias.