Laser-Assisted Hair Removal for Facial Hirsutism in Women: A Review of Evidence

    October 2017 in “ Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy ”
    Chun-Man Lee
    TLDR Laser hair removal is effective and safe for reducing facial hair in women with PCOS and improves their psychological well-being.
    The document reviewed evidence on laser-assisted hair removal as a treatment for facial hirsutism, particularly in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), where it is a distressing symptom. It highlighted that laser hair removal, based on the principle of selective photothermolysis, has been effective and safe when performed by trained professionals. The review discussed the medium to long-term efficacy and safety of various types of lasers, including long-pulsed ruby (694 nm), alexandrite (755 nm), diode (800–980 nm), and Nd:YAG (1064 nm), which are the most widely studied and commercially available. Additionally, it noted a significant improvement in the psychological well-being of PCOS patients who underwent laser-assisted hair removal.
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