1 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Advanced Plastic Surgery Research” The laser treatment effectively reduced hair growth in women with hirsutism, with temporary side effects.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Both laser treatments improved acne scars similarly, but the Nd:YAG laser was safer and less painful, while the Er:YAG laser left patients slightly more satisfied.
2 citations
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December 2024 in “Microscopy Research and Technique” A new laser-based microscope can clearly image biological structures without labels.
November 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” The 595-nm pulsed dye laser effectively reduces symptoms of EFFC with minimal side effects.
25 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
85 citations
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January 2002 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Lasers and intense pulsed light can safely and effectively remove hair by targeting hair follicles.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The triple-wavelength diode laser effectively and safely reduces hair and improves skin appearance in people with darker skin.
67 citations
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October 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The EpiLight Hair Removal System removed about 60% of hair with some side effects, and more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
26 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The long-pulsed alexandrite laser is effective for hair reduction, particularly for light-skinned individuals with dark hair, but caution is needed for darker skin.
January 2000 in “Optics Letters” Laser treatment can inhibit hair growth and different hair colors reach different temperatures when lasered.
73 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Lasers and light sources can effectively remove hair, work best on fair skin with dark hair, and usually need multiple treatments.
46 citations
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December 2000 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Laser and light treatments offer quick, long-lasting hair removal for large areas.
8 citations
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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.
February 2026 in “Cureus” The Q-switched ruby laser effectively lightened eyebrow tattoos but may reduce eyebrow hair density.
4 citations
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Long-pulsed ruby lasers effectively reduce hair for up to 2 years with minimal pain.
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.
63 citations
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December 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” The 308-nm excimer laser is a promising treatment for vitiligo with varying success and mild side effects.
September 1998 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” 11 citations
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June 2010 in “Dermatologic surgery” The dual-wavelength laser system effectively reduces EFFC symptoms with minimal side effects.
14 citations
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March 2012 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” A low-power, fast laser safely reduces hair with minimal pain and few side effects.
December 2005 in “Springer eBooks” Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
206 citations
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September 2010 in “PLoS ONE” The PIRL laser cuts tissue with less damage and scarring than traditional methods.
9 citations
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March 2005 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.
Low-level laser therapy is a safe, painless method that effectively treats acne and improves skin without post-treatment care.
October 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The Epilight Hair Removal System is effective for temporary hair removal with few side effects, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and long-term results.
19 citations
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January 2001 in “Journal of cutaneous laser therapy” The Nd:YAG laser safely reduces facial hair and slows regrowth, with patient satisfaction.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Lasers are FDA-approved for permanent hair reduction, not removal, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
February 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fractional infrared technology is effective and safe for treating cervical laxity.
4 citations
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August 2015 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Both fixed and incremental laser treatments effectively reduced underarm hair, but the fixed method was less painful.
November 2022 in “Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal” IPL and diode laser are equally effective for facial hair removal.