Guidelines on the Safety of Light-Based Home-Use Hair Removal Devices from the European Society for Laser Dermatology

    January 2012 in “ JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology ”
    Godfrey Town, Caerwyn Ash, Christine Dierickx, Klaus Fritz, Peter Bjerring, Merete Hædersdal
    TLDR The ESLD recommends international safety guidelines and standards for home-use light-based hair removal devices.
    In the past 5 years, light-based hair removal devices for home use proliferated rapidly, with tens of thousands sold in Europe. The European Society for Laser Dermatology (ESLD) provided guidelines to define this technology, inform healthcare professionals, and encourage manufacturers to adopt best practices. The review covered standards, regulations, and safety issues, including risks to eyes and skin from optical radiation. It emphasized the need for international guidelines and manufacturing standards for these devices, highlighting potential adverse incidents and safety aspects. The ESLD aimed to establish best practices for manufacturers and consumers.
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