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Laser hair removal
Author(s) -
Ibrahimi Omar A.,
Avram Mathew M.,
Hanke C. William,
Kilmer Suzanne L.,
Anderson R. Rox
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
dermatologic therapy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.595
H-Index - 68
eISSN - 1529-8019
pISSN - 1396-0296
DOI - 10.1111/j.1529-8019.2010.01382.x
Subject(s) - medicine , dermatology , laser , hair removal , optics , physics
The extended theory of selective photothermolysis enables the laser surgeon to target and destroy hair follicles, thereby leading to hair removal. Today, laser hair removal (LHR) is the most commonly requested cosmetic procedure in the world and is routinely performed by dermatologists, other physicians, and non‐physician personnel with variable efficacy. The ideal candidate for LHR is fair skinned with dark terminal hair; however, LHR can today be successfully performed in all skin types. Knowledge of hair follicle anatomy and physiology, proper patient selection and preoperative preparation, principles of laser safety, familiarity with the various laser/light devices, and a thorough understanding of laser–tissue interactions are vital to optimizing treatment efficacy while minimizing complications and side effects.

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