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Glossary Home-Use Devices

tools for personal health and beauty care at home

Home-Use Devices, also known as At-Home Devices, are tools and equipment designed for personal use outside of a clinical setting. These devices can range from hair removal lasers and LED therapy masks to blood pressure monitors and glucose meters. They are intended to provide convenience and accessibility for individuals to manage their health and beauty routines at home, often incorporating advanced technology that was once only available in professional environments.

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research Light‐based home‐use devices for hair removal: Why do they work and how effective they are?

15 citations , January 2019 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine”

This review reported that home-use laser and intense pulsed light devices effectively reduce hair with significant efficacy and safety, showing 80% hair reduction one year post-treatment, although results can vary for darker skin types and compared to professional devices.

Photobiomodulation Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Clinician’s Guide to Home-Use Devices Cleared by the FDA

research Photobiomodulation therapy for androgenetic alopecia: A clinician’s guide to home-use devices cleared by the Federal Drug Administration

15 citations , October 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy”

This review identifies FDA-cleared home-use photobiomodulation devices for androgenetic alopecia treatment and highlights their excellent safety profile but notes the lack of long-term comparative studies.

research A Review of Hand-Held, Home-Use Cosmetic Laser and Light Devices

24 citations , March 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This review discusses the modest efficacy of home-use laser and light devices for conditions like hair removal and acne, noting limited evidence and a lack of robust trials.

Clinical and Microscopic Evaluation of Long-Term (6 Months) Epilation Effects of the iPulse Personal Home-Use Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Device

research Clinical and microscopic evaluation of long-term (6 months) epilation effects of the ipulse personal home-use intense pulsed light (IPL) device

10 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

In this study, a square pulse, low-fluence IPL device used at home significantly reduced terminal hair count by 87% six months post-treatment, with evidence of hair miniaturization similar to professional laser treatments.

research Home-Use Laser and Light Devices for the Skin—An Update

19 citations , September 2011 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

This review discusses home-use laser and light skin devices for various dermatological purposes and reports no new clinical findings; the authors highlight the need for dermatologists to evaluate these devices' clinical value.

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learn Low Level Laser Therapy

Is laser therapy safe to use at home, or should it always be done in a clinic? Laser therapy can be safe to use at home if using FDA-approved devices.

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learn Citric Acid

Can I use pure citric acid at home to treat alopecia? Pure citric acid is not effective for treating alopecia.

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community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

292 upvotes 4 years ago

Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

community Why is my dermatologist strictly against derma stamping/derma rolling?

in Microneedling 27 upvotes 1 year ago

Dermatologists often advise against at-home microneedling due to risks of scarring, infection, and improper technique. Professional guidance is recommended for safe and effective use, with some users reporting positive results when done correctly.

community I just got one of these. Let's see how it goes...

in Technology 263 upvotes 6 months ago

Red light therapy for hair loss is controversial, with mixed results reported. Its effectiveness may depend on device quality and proper wavelength, and it is often used with minoxidil and finasteride.

community The homeless crackhead protocol

4487 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation humorously suggests that drug use might be more effective for hair retention than traditional treatments like minoxidil or finasteride. It attributes full heads of hair in homeless individuals to lifestyle factors like reduced stress or hormonal changes.

community Control your blood pressure - for me this was my root issue

9 upvotes 1 year ago

Managing blood pressure can help with hair loss, as seen with the use of medications like Cialis and oral minoxidil, which improved hairline and blood pressure. Lifestyle changes, such as reducing stimulant use and adjusting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) doses, also play a role in addressing hair loss and overall health.

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Hair Transplant Surgeon
Homer Hojjat, MD
Newport Beach, United States

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