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research Guidelines on the safety of light‐based home‐use hair removal devices from the European Society for Laser Dermatology

26 citations , January 2012 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This article reviews light-based hair removal devices for home use, highlighting safety issues and the need for consistent international regulations and guidelines for their manufacture and marketing.

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.

research Optothermal response and Tissue Damage analysis during Laser Hair Removal

February 2020 in “Journal of Physics Conference Series”

This study found that laser hair removal is optimal for light to moderate skin tones using 10-15 J/cm² at 755 nm and for dark skin with 4.5-10 J/cm² at 755-1064 nm.

research Laser Hair Removal: A Review

143 citations , January 2013 in “Dermatologic surgery”

This review reports that current in-office laser hair removal devices, particularly the Nd:YAG system for pigmented skin, effectively provide long-term hair removal, though more research on home-use devices is needed.

research Laser Hair Reduction and Removal

14 citations , May 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This review discusses the use of laser and intense light sources for hair removal and reports no new clinical results; the authors highlight the potential for aesthetic medicine to include these technologies.

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community Crazy body/facial hair on minoxidil - what to do?

4 upvotes 2 months ago

The user experienced significant hairline improvement using 10mg oral minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride daily but also saw increased body and facial hair growth. They are considering reducing the minoxidil dose due to side effects and exploring laser hair removal options.

community LLLT seems like it's at least a solid maintenance tool. Can also provide ok regrowth in AA and MPB. - Pubmed

17 upvotes 8 years ago

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is seen as a safe and effective method for maintaining hair and promoting regrowth in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and male pattern baldness (MPB), with devices like the HairMax LaserComb® and iRestore helmet being popular. Some users and professionals are skeptical about its long-term effectiveness and cost.

community Did anybody not care at all about their hair until they started losing it?

in Chat 134 upvotes 1 year ago

People regret neglecting their hair until it started thinning, and they are now using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some are considering stronger options like dutasteride due to mixed results.

community Does Scalp tension = rise of DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp tension may contribute to hair loss by increasing DHT levels, with potential solutions like scalp massages and Botox. Concerns about finasteride's side effects were discussed, and some users shared personal experiences with alternative treatments like scalp massaging and Botox.

community 5-Months Update: Minoxidil + Red Light Therapy + Lifestyle Changes

1023 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reported positive hair regrowth after 5 months using Minoxidil, red light therapy, and lifestyle changes, including dietary improvements and stress reduction. They chose natural supplements like saw palmetto and beta-sitosterol over pharmaceutical DHT inhibitors like finasteride.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Can scalp micropigmentation be removed? Scalp micropigmentation can be removed using laser treatments, but results may vary.
What happens if my hair turns gray after scalp micropigmentation? Gray hair can blend well with scalp micropigmentation, and touch-ups can adjust pigment as needed.

learn Low Level Laser Therapy

laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects

How does low level laser therapy actually stimulate hair growth? Low-level laser therapy stimulates hair growth by enhancing cellular energy production in hair follicles.
How many sessions of laser therapy are usually needed before noticing thicker hair? Visible improvement in hair thickness typically appears after three to six months of treatment.

learn Hair Transplant

Will transplanted hair fall out after a hair transplant? Transplanted hair is permanent but may temporarily shed before new growth occurs.

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