17 citations
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October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This review found that topical immunotherapy and light/laser therapy may achieve over 50% hair regrowth efficacy in treating extensive alopecia areata in children, with no serious side effects observed.
7 citations
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June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Combining treatments significantly reduces dark circles and wrinkles better than nanofat alone.
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April 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This source outlines the scope and content of the Dermatologic Surgery journal, highlighting its focus on comprehensive peer-reviewed information related to various dermatologic surgeries, including cosmetic and reconstructive procedures and skin cancer treatment, as an essential resource for professionals in the field.
September 2025 in “Acta Medica International” In this study, a triple wavelength laser was found to be highly effective and well-tolerated for reducing hair in Indian women with Fitzpatrick skin types III and IV, achieving an average hair count reduction of 86.5%, with only mild and transient adverse effects observed.
January 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” This overview of the Dermatologic Surgery journal describes its extensive coverage of peer-reviewed content across various skin surgery techniques but presents no new research findings.
April 2024 in “Journal of dermatology research reviews & reports” This clinical trial found that combining 678 nm helmet-type low-level laser therapy with topical minoxidil 5% significantly increased hair density and patient satisfaction in men with androgenetic alopecia, compared to using minoxidil alone. Both treatments were well tolerated.
December 2025 in “Eurasian Journal of Scientific and Multidisciplinary Research” In this clinical trial involving 60 patients, the Fractional CO2 laser was found to be more effective in achieving significant hair regrowth in alopecia areata compared to intralesional corticosteroid injections, with a 30% absolute improvement and reduced treatment failure rates.
February 2014 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature”
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.
February 2018 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This editorial emphasizes the critical need for laser protection supervisors in the aesthetic sector due to a rise in laser-related claims attributed to inadequate training and safety protocol adherence, highlighting that better understanding and supervision can help mitigate risks.
January 2025 in “E3S Web of Conferences” This review highlights the various cosmetic and therapeutic applications of laser technologies in dermatology, discussing the mechanisms, safety, efficacy, and recent advancements to provide a comprehensive overview of their uses and potential future implications.
April 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” In this study, Saudi Arabian women showed moderate awareness of eyebrow microblading, yet many lacked knowledge of hygiene practices, indicating a need for more public education on the procedure's risks and standards.
11 citations
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January 2020 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This study found that tofacitinib effectively promoted hair regrowth in Asian patients with severe alopecia areata, with 74.3% showing a clinical response.
February 2025 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology” This review compiled and evaluated numerous studies on alopecia treatments, highlighting promising pharmacological strategies like JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata and advancements in regenerative medicine for androgenetic alopecia, while also stressing the importance of personalized, mechanism-targeted approaches for improved outcomes across different alopecia subtypes.
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.
20 citations
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January 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” This review discusses androgenetic alopecia management with 5α-reductase inhibitors, emphasizing that while dutasteride shows superior efficacy, finasteride is suggested as preferable due to predictable adverse effects and preservation of physiological roles.
April 2023 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This letter discusses findings from an article by Sun et al. showing that neodymium doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser effectively treats prominent facial vasculature in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia, but highlights concerns about the risk of iatrogenic scarring and suggests caution with treatment frequency.
1 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” This review from the 2013 Keogh Review found that non-surgical cosmetic interventions in the UK are largely unregulated, leaving patients with little protection or recourse.
This review discusses various Complementary and Alternative Medicine methods for hair care, such as herbal remedies and hair regeneration techniques, but reports no new clinical findings.
15 citations
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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.
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.
In this study, researchers developed a standardized Ayurvedic hair pack using natural ingredients like Shikakai and Amla and confirmed its safety and pH suitability; they concluded it could be a scientifically validated alternative to synthetic hair products.
33 citations
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May 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” This review found that most studies support the effectiveness and safety of using hyaluronic acid fillers and laser treatments together for facial rejuvenation, but highlights that the evidence is limited to small, nonrandomized studies and additional research is necessary.
3 citations
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September 2022 in “Archives of dermatological research” In this study, fractional CO2 laser treatment for alopecia areata was found to significantly increase terminal hair and patient satisfaction compared to betamethasone valerate cream alone, highlighting its efficacy and safety both as a standalone and combined treatment.
January 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” This review suggests that fractional CO2 laser treatment may be a promising option for treating alopecia areata with a good safety profile.
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October 2012 in “Archives of ophthalmology” Laser hair reduction near the eyebrows can cause serious eye injuries even with safety measures.
4 citations
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June 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that a high-power triple-wavelength diode laser effectively and safely treated facial hirsutism and follicular disorders in individuals with darker skin tones, showing significant hair reduction without adverse events.
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January 2003 in “Dermatologic surgery” This study found that pulsed diode laser treatment safely and effectively cleared lesions and reduced the appearance of dark plugs in trichostasis spinulosa for up to 20 weeks in dark-skinned individuals.
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, patients with androgenic alopecia who underwent 10 sessions of 1540-nm fractional erbium glass laser treatment over 5 months experienced significant improvements in hair density and thickness, with no major safety concerns reported.
165 citations
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August 2013 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” This review discusses the potential mechanisms and evidence supporting low-level laser therapy for stimulating hair growth in men and women, while noting its safety and effectiveness but needing further study on specific parameters.