TY - JOUR
T1 - Laser for hair removal. Challenges-considerations
AU - Kefala, Vasiliki
AU - Biskanaki, Foteini
AU - Andreou, Εleni
AU - Sfyri, Εleni
AU - Tertipi, Νiki
AU - Rallis, Εfstathios
N1 - Publisher Copyright:
© 2020, PHARMAKON-Press. All rights reserved.
PY - 2020
Y1 - 2020
N2 - The unwanted presence and growth of hair on certain bodyparts is an everyday concern for many women, and even somemen, with the increased preference for a “neat image” andwhat society perceives as acceptable (1). The occurrence of excessive hair, especially facial hair in women, can lead toemotional distress and decreased quality of life. A number oftreatments are available for their removal. Temporary methodsare relatively inexpensive and convenient; however, theyonly offer interim results and treatments must to be repeatedon a regular basis. An alternative option is permanentremoval that makes use of lasers and IPL devices.Laser hair removal and IPL treatments are one of the mostwidely performed, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures performed,highlighting the popularity of this treatment. It relies on photothermal destruction, through the principles of selective photothermolysis, to induce damage to hair. However, epidermalmelanin also competes for photon absorption, which posesa risk for burns. Thus, dark skin types pose further complicationsfor laser hair removal. In spite of this, advances in technologyand the proper protocol does allow for these proceduresin such individuals, however great care should be taken. A number of other risks are also associated with the treatment. Not only do risksexist for patients, but there are also occupational risks associatedwith laser operators. High levels of UFPs have been identified,and levels remain high even with the use of a smoke extractor.(3) The absence of formal training and regulationposes a large risk to the public.
AB - The unwanted presence and growth of hair on certain bodyparts is an everyday concern for many women, and even somemen, with the increased preference for a “neat image” andwhat society perceives as acceptable (1). The occurrence of excessive hair, especially facial hair in women, can lead toemotional distress and decreased quality of life. A number oftreatments are available for their removal. Temporary methodsare relatively inexpensive and convenient; however, theyonly offer interim results and treatments must to be repeatedon a regular basis. An alternative option is permanentremoval that makes use of lasers and IPL devices.Laser hair removal and IPL treatments are one of the mostwidely performed, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures performed,highlighting the popularity of this treatment. It relies on photothermal destruction, through the principles of selective photothermolysis, to induce damage to hair. However, epidermalmelanin also competes for photon absorption, which posesa risk for burns. Thus, dark skin types pose further complicationsfor laser hair removal. In spite of this, advances in technologyand the proper protocol does allow for these proceduresin such individuals, however great care should be taken. A number of other risks are also associated with the treatment. Not only do risksexist for patients, but there are also occupational risks associatedwith laser operators. High levels of UFPs have been identified,and levels remain high even with the use of a smoke extractor.(3) The absence of formal training and regulationposes a large risk to the public.
KW - Alexandrite laser
KW - Diode laser
KW - Hair removal
KW - ND-Yag laser
KW - Ruby laser
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M3 - Article
AN - SCOPUS:85081599375
SN - 1011-6575
VL - 38
SP - 17
EP - 22
JO - Epitheorese Klinikes Farmakologias kai Farmakokinetikes
JF - Epitheorese Klinikes Farmakologias kai Farmakokinetikes
IS - 1
ER -