May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial discusses the effectiveness and safety of various laser and energy-based cosmetic treatments.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” The long-pulse alexandrite laser is good for removing hair and treating skin problems like spots and veins.
3 citations,
March 2008 in “Medical laser application” Lasers have become safer and more effective for treating skin problems and hair removal.
76 citations,
January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
33 citations,
October 2016 in “Photomedicine and laser surgery” Future clinical uses of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) are likely to grow and become more effective with new advancements and combined treatments.
January 1998 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Lasers are effective and safe for various medical treatments, including cancer, wound healing, and skin conditions.
20 citations,
December 2016 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Men prefer less invasive cosmetic procedures and need different treatment approaches than women.
115 citations,
January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” 36 citations,
December 2014 in “F1000 prime reports” The document concludes that Hidradenitis suppurativa is often underdiagnosed, lacks definitive treatment, and requires better awareness and management strategies.
36 citations,
September 2014 in “Paediatric drugs” More pediatric-specific research and guidelines are needed to improve hidradenitis suppurativa treatment in children and adolescents.
1 citations,
April 2018 in “Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Dermatologia e Venereologia” Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition more common in women, linked to genetics and lifestyle factors, and associated with various other health issues.
294 citations,
August 1999 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Laser hair removal is safe with the right settings, but side effects like pain and skin changes are more common in darker or tanned skin.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Laser treatment is safe and can effectively treat toenail fungus, especially when combined with other treatments if no improvement is seen after about a year.
17 citations,
October 2017 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Laser hair removal is effective and safe for reducing facial hair in women with PCOS and improves their psychological well-being.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The treatments for fungal nail infection, hair loss in men, benign nail tumor, and chemotherapy-associated nail bed inflammation are effective and safe.
4 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Long-pulsed ruby lasers effectively reduce hair for up to 2 years with minimal pain.
26 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The long-pulsed alexandrite laser is effective for hair reduction, particularly for light-skinned individuals with dark hair, but caution is needed for darker skin.
19 citations,
October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The alexandrite laser is a safe and effective treatment for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae.
47 citations,
November 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” Pulsed infrared laser can effectively reduce symptoms of pseudofolliculitis barbae.
2 citations,
July 2020 in “Trends in Urology and Men's Health” More men are getting cosmetic surgery, with Botox and hair removal being popular, but these procedures have risks.
2 citations,
May 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Home-use medical-cosmetic devices like lasers for hair removal may be convenient but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
May 2024 in “Dermatologic therapy” AKN is a chronic scalp condition in African-descended males, treated with topicals, antibiotics, steroids, and sometimes surgery or laser.
10 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
9 citations,
March 2005 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.
7 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Home-use lasers and IPL devices are unlikely to directly cause paradoxical hair growth; it may be linked to inflammation or hormonal issues.
July 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Some people's hair turned white or gray after using intense pulsed light for hair removal, and for some, it was permanent.
November 2000 in “Current problems in dermatology” New treatments for hair loss and excessive hair growth show promise with few side effects and advancements in laser technology.
1 citations,
October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Men are increasingly using energy-based skin treatments for workplace success, with lasers and other devices effectively improving skin and body appearance.
December 2005 in “Springer eBooks” Laser hair removal is generally effective, with results varying by laser type and patient.
November 2024 in “Health Science Reports” Light/laser therapy can effectively increase hair density in some types of alopecia, especially androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.