10 citations
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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.
15 citations
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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.
24 citations
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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.
2 citations
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May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This article reviews home-use laser and intense pulsed light systems for hair removal and growth, noting limited efficacy and safety data and emphasizing the need for long-term studies.
7 citations
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March 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This review suggests that paradoxical hair growth after light-based treatments is unlikely due to the devices themselves; instead, it may be linked to other factors such as inflammation in individuals with certain conditions.
January 2015 in “Journal of cosmetics, dermatological sciences and applications” This study observed that a low energy pulsed-light device combined with galvanic energy was effective and safe for reducing unwanted hair in individuals with dark skin types V and VI.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Surgery Case Reports” This case series reports that home use of intense pulsed light devices may effectively reduce hair burden and prevent recurrence of pilonidal disease in patients unable to regularly attend clinic sessions.
4 citations
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January 2011 in “Current problems in dermatology” This article reviews the growing trend of at-home laser and light devices for treating conditions like acne, hair removal, and psoriasis, emphasizing their popularity and the need for cautious use but reports no new clinical results.
November 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This research guide explores the diverse types, functions, benefits, and considerations of home-based dermatology devices, emphasizing their convenience, cost-effectiveness, and privacy benefits, while also warning of potential risks like improper use and limited effectiveness compared to professional treatments.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that using a commercially available IPL home-use device led to significant hair reduction and demonstrated long-term efficacy in maintaining hair reduction one year after treatment.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses the factors affecting laser hair removal results and adverse events, emphasizing the need for more research to determine optimal treatment parameters; it reports no new clinical findings.
143 citations
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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.
9 citations
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May 2021 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” This study concluded that while home-based intense pulsed light, laser diodes, radiofrequency, and light-emitting diode devices are recommended for certain skin conditions, ultraviolet B phototherapy for psoriasis showed mixed evidence compared to clinic treatments.
March 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” 
207 citations
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January 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This article discusses the factors involved in optimizing laser hair removal, emphasizing patient selection, laser safety, and understanding laser–tissue interactions, but presents no new clinical findings.
14 citations
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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.
3 citations
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May 2023 in “PLoS ONE” This study found that while both professional and home-use lasers effectively reduced axillary hair, the professional Diode laser was significantly more effective, achieving 85-88% reduction compared to 46-52% with the home-use laser, which still offers some safety for users.
3 citations
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July 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” This article reviews the causes and treatments of hirsutism, emphasizing the importance of considering ethnic and cultural norms when interpreting grading systems, and reports no new original findings.
March 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” This study highlights promising advancements in non-invasive techniques for treating hair-related conditions, emphasizing the importance of customizing treatments based on individual needs.
1 citations
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This review suggests that radiofrequency devices may be effective for both hair removal and growth, depending on the RF modality, but further research is needed to clarify their efficacy and mechanisms.
19 citations
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September 2015 in “Therapeutic Delivery” This review discusses the application of active transdermal technologies in cosmetic devices for skin restoration and enhancement, reporting no new clinical results.
25 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” This article reviews the principles and practical considerations of laser and light-based hair removal techniques, but it does not report new clinical findings.
195 citations
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January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” This review discusses the effects of visible light on human skin, highlighting its role in pigmentation, thermal damage, and the treatment of several skin conditions, while noting limited sunscreen protection against it; no new clinical results are reported.
33 citations
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October 2016 in “Photomedicine and laser surgery” This review discusses the development of IPL devices, highlights their established cosmetic uses, such as treating vascular and pigmented lesions, and suggests potential expansion into more effective combination therapies.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” This abstract describes the use of lasers in hair transplantation for creating recipient sites and enhancing hair growth but reports no new findings.
November 2024 in “Open Repository of the University of Porto (University of Porto)” This report details a six-month internship experience, split between hospital and community pharmacy settings, which enhanced practical skills and theoretical knowledge in pharmaceutical care and highlighted the pharmacist's role in ensuring safe medication use.
16 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This article reviews the use of laser and light-based devices for hair removal, highlighting their effectiveness in significantly reducing hair growth in individuals with fair skin and dark hair, and suggests that photoepilation offers advantages over traditional hair removal methods.
In this research, low-fluence light-based hair removal was explored, revealing its potential for at-home use with improvements in efficacy and safety, particularly for dark skin individuals, although further studies are necessary.
40 citations
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February 2012 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses cases and research on paradoxical hair growth after laser hair removal and explores laser and light therapies for treating alopecia, but reports no new results.
45 citations
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” This study found that low-level laser therapy may improve hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia, either as a standalone treatment or combined with minoxidil or finasteride, without reported adverse reactions.