research A Review of Hand-Held, Home-Use Cosmetic Laser and Light Devices
Home-use cosmetic laser and light devices show modest results for hair removal and acne treatment, but more research is needed for confirmation.
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360-390 / 1000+ results research Fractional ablative CO2 laser and oral isotretinoin—A prospective randomized controlled split‐face trial comparing concurrent versus delayed laser treatment for acne scars
Concurrent laser and isotretinoin treatment improves acne scars more than delayed treatment.
research Combination of Intense Pulsed Light and Topical Eflornithine Therapy Versus Intense Pulsed Light Alone in the Treatment of Idiopathic Facial Hirsutism: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Adding a topical agent to IPL improves hair reduction and satisfaction without extra side effects.
research Literature Reviews
Multi-pass laser skin treatments improved healing, reduced pain, and had no major complications.
research Photobiomodulation for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: therapeutic effects and molecular mechanism
Photobiomodulation may help reduce pain and inflammation in knee osteoarthritis, but its long-term benefits are unclear.
research Treatment of melasma by low-fluence 1064 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG laser
The laser treatment effectively and safely improved melasma in Asian patients.
research Help offered
Using tretinoin and hydroquinone can speed up the fading of skin pigmentation.
research 1565 nm laser and topical drugs for hair regeneration in patients with alopecia areata
research Photobiomodulation for Alopecia: Mechanisms of Action
Photobiomodulation effectively stimulates hair growth and reduces hair loss.
research Fluorine-Induced Apoptosis and Lipid Peroxidation in Human Hair Follicles In Vitro
research Laser Treatment of Unwanted Hair
Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
research Alopecia Areata: Good Response to Treatment with Fractional Laser in 5 Cases
Fractional laser treatment helped hair regrowth in patients with alopecia areata.
research 652 Efficacy comparison of photobiomodulation devices in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
In-person laser treatments help hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
research Use of phototechnologies in the treatment of diffuse alopecia
Combining erbium laser, laser blood irradiation, and minoxidil is most effective for treating diffuse alopecia.
research 530 A clinical comparison of photobiomodulation devices for the treatment of alopecia in all skin types
More research with diverse participants is needed to determine the effectiveness of photobiomodulation devices for hair loss treatment.
research Lesions in the Axilla After Hair Removal Using Intense Pulsed Light
Hair removal with intense pulsed light can cause rare skin lesions that are hard to fully treat.
research Use of Excimer Lamp and Topical Tofacitinib 2% Gel in the Treatment of Pediatric Alopecia Areata: A Case Report
Combining excimer lamp and tofacitinib gel may help treat hair loss in children.
research Multiphoton microscopic imaging of in vivo hair mouse skin based on two‐photon excited fluorescence and second harmonic generation
Multiphoton microscopy effectively images mouse skin layers and structures.
research Molluscum Contagiosum Infection After 1927-nm Nonablative Fractional Laser Treatment
research Symposium 6-4 (SYP 6-4) : Recent progress in the treatment of male pattern hair loss: Lasers and devices
Laser and light treatments show promise for hair growth but need more research.
research Cosmetic Eyebrow Tattoo Removal Using a Q-Switched Ruby Laser: A Case Report
The Q-switched ruby laser effectively lightened eyebrow tattoos but may reduce eyebrow hair density.
research The “in’s and outs” of laser hair removal: a mini review
Laser hair removal is popular for long-term hair reduction but carries risks, requiring well-trained operators and better regulations, especially in South Africa.
research Two‐photon microscopy for intracutaneous imaging of stem cell activity in mice
Two-photon microscopy effectively tracks live stem cell activity in mouse skin with minimal harm and clear images.
research Endogenous Skin Fluorescence is a Good Marker for Objective Evaluation of Comedolysis
Fluorescence can effectively measure acne treatment progress.
research The Use of Photodynamic Therapy for Treatment of Acne Vulgaris
Photodynamic Therapy is an effective treatment for mild to severe acne.
research Therapeutic efficacy and safety of a 1927-nm fractionated thulium laser on pattern hair loss: an evaluator-blinded, split-scalp study
The 1927-nm fractionated thulium laser treatment significantly improves hair thickness and count in pattern hair loss patients.
research The Effects of Photobiomodulation on MC3T3-E1 Cells via 630 nm and 810 nm Light-Emitting Diode
LED light therapy boosts bone cell growth and function.
research Skin and scalp under exposure to high-energy visible light: the current perspective
HEV light can harm or help skin and scalp, so safe exposure guidelines are needed.
research 471 Senolytic Potential of Fisetin and ABT Compounds in Dermal Fibroblasts
research A review of monochromatic light devices for the treatment of alopecia areata
Monochromatic light devices, especially the 308-nm excimer laser, are promising for treating alopecia areata but more research is needed.