Treatment of Pseudofolliculitis With a Pulsed Infrared Laser

The study evaluated the effectiveness of an 810-nm diode laser in treating pseudofolliculitis barbae in 10 patients with skin phototypes I to IV. Each patient underwent 3 laser treatments at 6- to 8-week intervals, resulting in over 50% reduction in hair density and more than 75% improvement in papule and pustule formation. Preexisting pigmentary changes also improved. The treatment was well-tolerated with minimal discomfort and no significant adverse effects. The diode laser was found to be a safe and effective method for improving pseudofolliculitis barbae, with potential for long-term hair growth reduction and prolonged disease remission, though further studies were needed for confirmation.