Evaluating the Effectiveness of Laser Hair Reduction Using a Home Use Laser Compared to a Diode Laser

    May 2023 in “ PLoS ONE ”
    Kelly J. Hendricks, Celenkosini Thembelenkosini Nxumalo, Mokgadi Ursula Makgobole … Nomakhosi Mpofana
    Studysummary This study found that while both professional and home-use lasers effectively reduced axillary hair, the professional Diode laser was significantly more effective, achieving 85-88% reduction compared to 46-52% with the home-use laser, which still offers some safety for users.
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