Efficacy and Safety of Intense Pulsed Light Compared to Diode Laser for Hair Removal: A Randomized Controlled Trial

    June 2026 in “ Lasers in Medical Science ”
    Renata Taylor de Brito Barros, Olívia Harumi Araújo Sato Stella, Thais Rodrigues Galache … Christiane Pavani
    Studysummary This randomized trial found that diode laser achieved more favorable long-term hair removal outcomes but induced more discomfort and transient adverse effects compared to intense pulsed light in women with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.
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