Guidelines for Laser Hair Removal

The document reviewed the literature on laser hair removal to establish guidelines for practitioners. It highlighted the need to understand hair growth mechanisms and laser targeting of hair follicles. The review found significant variation in pre- and post-laser recommendations, treatment intervals, and the number of sessions required. It aimed to provide evidence-based recommendations on the ideal intervals between sessions, the number of sessions, pre-treatment hair removal methods (shaving, plucking, waxing), and guidelines for sun exposure. Additionally, it sought to identify any areas that should not be treated with lasers, ultimately aiming to standardize and improve the practice of laser hair removal.