26 citations
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December 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The normal-mode ruby laser effectively reduces facial hair for a long time with few side effects.
5 citations
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June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Fractional Er:YAG laser with PRP is more effective and has fewer side effects than microneedling with PRP for vitiligo.
The 1550 nm fractional Er:Glass laser improved hair regrowth in patients with androgenic alopecia, but didn't significantly change collagen type I, skin fibroblasts, or macrophages. More research is needed for optimal results.
January 2017 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” Combining laser therapy with drug injections effectively treats androgenetic alopecia.
23 citations
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March 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Radiosurgery in cosmetic surgery leads to quick healing and better-looking scars.
Ablative CO2 laser resurfacing tightens skin by destroying and regenerating skin layers.
January 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Channels stay open for 24 hours, making laser treatment potentially effective for hair loss.
June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Exosome therapy with laser treatment helped hair regrowth in a child with a rare skin condition.
March 2010 in “European Urology Supplements”
7 citations
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March 2020 in “Lasers in Medical Science” LLLT is a safe, promising hair loss treatment, but more research needed.
January 2024 in “Defence life science journal” Light therapy can help heal soft tissue injuries and reduce pain and inflammation.
January 2023 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Fractional lasers effectively treat alopecia areata, especially when combined with minoxidil or cortisol.
8 citations
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April 2024 in “Cureus” CO2 lasers are better for severe acne scars, while Er:YAG lasers are gentler with fewer side effects.
22 citations
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June 2002 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
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.
January 2019 in “Clinical Dermatology Open Access Journal” Combining corticosteroids and non-ablative fractional laser therapy may effectively treat extensive alopecia areata.
June 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
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November 2016 in “Hanbang an'i'bi'in'hu pibu'gwa haghoeji” Low level laser therapy and acupuncture significantly improved hair growth in a patient with alopecia.
April 2022 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Diode laser treatment works better for facial hirsutism in patients with normal hormone levels.
8 citations
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January 2025 in “JADA Foundational Science” Photobiomodulation therapy can reduce pain and inflammation and help heal tissues, but more research is needed to improve its effectiveness and safety.
Fractional laser resurfacing is effective for skin conditions, has lasting results, quick recovery, and is safe but requires careful consideration of risks.
November 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Intense pulsed light with radiofrequency showed mixed results in improving quality of life for hidradenitis suppurativa patients, with no clinical improvements.
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.
47 citations
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October 2015 in “Dermatologic surgery” The 308-nm excimer laser is effective for skin conditions but needs more research on long-term effects.
9 citations
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March 2005 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.
January 2019 in “Journal of clinical and cosmetic dermatology” Combining laser light therapy and growth factor treatment improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
November 2022 in “Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal” IPL and diode laser are equally effective for facial hair removal.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Higher fluence in hair removal damages hair follicles more, while lower fluence mimics natural hair regression, with long-term IPL treatments effectively reducing hair.
79 citations
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September 2009 in “Pediatric dermatology” The 308-nm Excimer laser is effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata in children.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “International Wound Journal” Combining UV therapy with PRP heals chronic wounds faster and reduces pain.