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Laser hair removal.

David J Goldberg1

  • 1Laser Research, Department of Dermatology, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, 5 East 98th St., New York, NY 10029, USA.

Dermatologic Clinics
|August 13, 2002
PubMed
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Laser hair removal is now an accepted method for long-term hair reduction, rivaling electrolysis for small areas and surpassing other methods for larger areas.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • Laser hair removal emerged over five years ago, initially facing controversy.
  • It has since gained acceptance as a long-term hair reduction technique.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of laser hair removal for long-term hair reduction.
  • To compare laser hair removal with other hair removal modalities.

Main Methods:

  • The study reviews the established use and comparative effectiveness of laser hair removal.
  • No specific experimental methods are detailed in the abstract; it is a review of existing knowledge.

Main Results:

  • Laser hair removal is effective for long-term hair reduction.
  • It is comparable to electrolysis for treating small hair-bearing regions.

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  • It is superior to other methods for larger anatomical areas.

    • Conclusions:

    • Laser hair removal is a proven and effective modality for long-term hair reduction.
    • Its effectiveness is particularly notable in larger treatment areas compared to alternatives.