Laser Hair Removal: Advancements and Efficacy Since 1996

    May 2005 in “ Dermatologic therapy
    Molly Wanner
    Studysummary This review highlights advancements in hair laser removal technologies, which achieve approximately 75% hair reduction in light-skinned individuals, noting the long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser as safest for dark-skinned patients, but reports no new results.
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