Laser hair removal alexandrite ndyag evidence for Bikini / Brazilian hair

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Pubic hair grooming involves the partial or complete removal of pubic hair, and it is a common practice among men and women. Grooming is more prevalent in women, who employ various methods such as shaving, waxing and laser removal. However, it is associated with variable rates of post-grooming adverse outcomes including lacerations and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Meta-Analysis, Systematic Review, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Numerous lasers are currently available for hair removal, yet there are still few studies that have examined the role of fluence, light dose, hair color, and treatment number in laser hair reduction. OBJECTIVE: To demonstrate the efficacy and safety of a scanning 800 nm diode laser for hair reduction. METHODS: An 800 nm scanning diode laser was used to deliver 24, 38, or 48 J/cm2 to a 3 cm x 3 cm area of...

Clinical Trial, Journal Article, Randomized Controlled Trial

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Laser has been long accepted as a solution for excess or unwanted hair growth yet traditional lasers are not always ideal for safe and effective outcome for all skin types and hair characteristics. A diode laser module combining three wavelengths (755, 810, and 1064 nm) in a single pulse was developed to provide a fast and long-term solution for subjects with various profiles. AIMS: To evaluate the...

Clinical Study, Journal Article, Multicenter Study

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Various lasers have been developed for epilation of unwanted hair. Effective hair removal in the Turkish population can be difficult, and multiple treatments are usually required for effective treatment. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the safety and efficacy profile of a long-pulsed alexandrite laser for hair removal in the Turkish population with Fitzpatrick skin types II-V exclusively and to determine the...

Clinical Trial, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Laser- and light-based methods for hair removal, though effective, are expensive and may be associated with adverse effects. Our objective was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a thermal, handheld self-treatment device (no!no! Thermicon, Radiancy Inc, Orangeburg, NY) for removing unwanted hair.

Clinical Trial, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The histology of hair follicles in both animal and human skin treated with ruby lasers has been evaluated to a limited extent in previous studies. We have previously looked at such follicles up to 2 months after treatment. This study examines the longer-term effects at a microscopic level and attempts to further elucidate the mechanism of ruby laser hair reduction.

Clinical Trial, Clinical Trial, Phase III, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: The mechanism and permanence of laser-assisted hair removal remains a formidable task in the medical community. OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to determine the safety and long-term efficacy of the long-pulsed or normal mode alexandrite infrared laser for hair depilation. METHODS: Beginning in October 1996, a total of 31 anatomic sites on 22 patients ranging in age from 25 to 59 years (mean 42...

Clinical Trial, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Abstract summary (English) Laser-assisted hair removal has been reported previously with the Nd:YAG laser, the long-pulse ruby laser, the long-pulse Alexandrite laser, and the short-pulse Alexandrite laser. Results with all these lasers have been successful; however, it has been postulated that the long-pulse Alexandrite laser would have a lower complication rate and greater efficacy at identical fluences than the short-pulse Alexandrite...

Clinical Trial, Comparative Study, Journal Article

Abstract summary (English) Pubic hair removal is a body modification practice done worldwide for different socio-cultural reasons, which is more common in women than in men, more common in younger than in older people, and more common in sexually active people than in abstinent individuals. Since there is no medical indication for genital epilation and depilation, with a few exceptions, there is only very limited evidence in the literature...

Journal Article, Review, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Abstract summary (English) OBJECTIVES: This review has the following objectives: Firstly, it provides an explanation of the evolution of laser/intense pulsed light (IPL) hair reduction modalities from high fluence professional devices to low fluence home-use appliances. Secondly, it summarises published literature reviews on home-use devices (HUDs) as evidence of their growing credibility. Thirdly, it proposes mechanistic differences in light...

Journal Article, Review