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Milène K Crispin¹, George J Hruza, Suzanne L Kilmer

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Men increasingly seek cosmetic treatments, but specific guidance is lacking. This review offers sex-specific recommendations for lasers and energy-based devices to address common male cosmetic concerns like photoaging and hair removal.

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Area of Science:

Cosmetic Dermatology
Laser and Energy-Based Devices

Background:

Growing demand for cosmetic procedures among men.
Limited literature on male-specific cosmetic treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

Summarize common cosmetic concerns in male patients.
Provide sex-specific recommendations for laser and energy-based device treatments.

Main Methods:

Literature search of PubMed/MEDLINE and Google Scholar.
Keywords: male, men, gender, cosmetic dermatology.

Main Results:

Review of sex-specific recommendations for treating photo-/actinic damage, acne scarring, rhinophyma, hair removal, axillary hyperhidrosis, and loose neck/submental skin in men.
Discussion of cosmetic issues with less variation in approach between men and women: hyperpigmentation, vascular lesions, and facial rejuvenation.

Conclusions:

Tailored, sex-specific treatment strategies are essential for optimal outcomes in male cosmetic patients.
Utilizing lasers and energy-based devices requires consideration of male-specific anatomy and concerns.