July 1996 in “Hair transplant forum international” Using tretinoin and hydroquinone can speed up the fading of skin pigmentation.
15 citations
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June 2021 in “Medicina” Combined light therapy improves eye health and quality of life for those with meibomian gland dysfunction.
24 citations
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March 2009 in “Archives of dermatological research” The combination of oral PUVA and corticosteroids helps regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
October 2013 in “CRC Press eBooks” Low-level light therapy is used in cosmetics and dermatology to repair skin, reduce inflammation, and treat various skin conditions.
October 2021 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” Intense Pulsed Light treatments significantly improve signs of aging and sun damage on the skin.
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.
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January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.
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May 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Lasers can help reduce skin side effects from cancer treatment.
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May 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
May 2024 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” Phototherapy with red and blue light can effectively treat hair loss.
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December 2005 in “Dermatologic surgery” Er:YAG laser therapy is not effective for widespread facial eruptive vellus hair cysts due to recurrence and side effects.
September 2025 in “Lasers in Medical Science”
October 2023 in “Skin research and technology” The 675 nm laser effectively improved facial acne scars in dark skin with minimal side effects.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Different types of human skin cells respond uniquely to various colors and doses of light, which could lead to specialized light treatments for skin conditions.
27 citations
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November 2010 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” New laser therapies are effective for skin damage, hair removal, and fat reduction.
February 2026 in “Cureus” The Q-switched ruby laser effectively lightened eyebrow tattoos but may reduce eyebrow hair density.
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May 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” UV light does not significantly affect minoxidil's ability to treat male pattern baldness.
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January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective method for skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, wound healing, body contouring, and hair growth, but more well-designed trials are needed for confirmation.
26 citations
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November 2019 in “Medical Science Monitor” LED light therapy boosts bone cell growth and function.
6 citations
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March 2022 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Natural skincare products may help reduce sun damage and support the skin's daily cycle.
6 citations
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November 2001 in “Der Hautarzt” Photothermolysis is the best method for permanent hair removal.
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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.
433 citations
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April 2015 in “Photomedicine and laser surgery” Photobiomodulation Therapy (PBMT) is recommended as a more inclusive term and shows potential benefits in various treatments.
Treating vitiligo with stem cells and melanocytes from hair, along with UVB light, works better than without the light.
3 citations
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August 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining laser therapy with hair extraction improves eyebrow scar treatment.
16 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal of Experimental & Clinical Cancer Research” The photolyase-based device significantly changed the size and heat of potential skin cancer areas in patients.
January 2009 in “Journal watch” The treatment helped some patients with severe hair loss regrow hair.
January 2024 in “Defence life science journal” Light therapy can help heal soft tissue injuries and reduce pain and inflammation.
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.
520 citations
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January 2017 in “AIMS biophysics” Photobiomodulation therapy using red and near-infrared light can reduce inflammation and aid in healing various conditions.