Use of a Unique Cooling Gel Applied Prior to Laser Hair Removal

November 2000 in “ Dermatologic surgery ”

Ann F. Haas

TLDR The cooling gel reduces pain during laser hair removal.

The document discussed the use of a unique cooling gel applied prior to laser hair removal. The study was conducted by the Department of Dermatology at the University of California, Davis, and Sutter Medical Group in Sacramento, California. The cooling gel was intended to reduce discomfort and potential side effects associated with the laser hair removal process. The abstract did not provide specific details on the study's methodology, sample size, or results.

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