Laser Treatment in Hirsutism: An Update

April 2020 in “ Dermatology practical & conceptual ”

Yasmeen Jabeen Bhat, Saima Bashir, Nahida Nabi, Iffat Hassan

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Studysummary This article reviews the use of laser and light-based devices for hair removal, highlighting their effectiveness in significantly reducing hair growth in individuals with fair skin and dark hair, and suggests that photoepilation offers advantages over traditional hair removal methods.

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