ReviewThe Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology2022
Methods to Overcome Poor Response and Challenges of Facial Laser Hair Reduction.
Review in The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology, 2022. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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2 citing papers in PubMed, 2 citations in OpenAlex.
- Use of Simultaneous Emission of Nd:YAG and Alexandrite Lasers in BLEND Mode for Hair Removal and Permanent Hair Reduction.Lasers in surgery and medicine · 2026Article
- Rose-derived extracellular vesicle-like particles enable anti-melanogenesis by suppressing the key melanogenic pathway in skin cells.Extracellular vesicles and circulating nucleic acids · 2026Article
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2 authors at 2 institutions in 2 countries.
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Abstract
Unwanted facial hair is a relatively common problem that can be emotionally distressing. Laser hair reduction has become the treatment of choice for removal of facial hair, replacing more traditional methods of hair removal. To achieve maximum treatment efficacy while minimizing side effects, clinicians must practice proper patient selection and counseling, proper laser procedure, and posttreatment care. The treatment parameters should be individualized for each patient depending on various factors. A favorable treatment outcome depends on three major factors: proper patient selection, use of a suitable laser system, and an experienced laser operator. The aim of this article is to review the factors responsible for possible poor outcomes of laser hair reduction in the facial area and to describe steps that should be followed to minimize side effects and enhance results following facial hair reduction by laser.
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