Comparison of the Effect of Diode Laser Versus Intense Pulsed Light in Axillary Hair Removal

Ormiga, Patrícia; Ishida, Cleide Eiko; Boechat, Alvaro A. P.; Ramos‐e‐Silva, Márcia

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“…The number of hair shafts was lastingly and similarly reduced with both hair reduction systems, but local pain was significantly more disturbing with the diode laser. 14 …”

Section: The Relative Merits and Liabilities Of Intense Pulsed Light mentioning

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Photoepilation and skin photorejuvenation: an update

Martella

Raichi²

2017

Dermatol Reports

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The effectiveness of intense pulsed light (IPL) and laser devices is widely accepted in aesthetic dermatology for unwanted hair removal and treatment of a variety of cutaneous conditions. Overall, most comparative trials have demonstrated similar effectiveness for IPL and laser devices. Literature studies alternatively favor the IPL and laser concepts, but the incidence of severe local pain and side effects were generally lower with IPL. IPL phototherapy, already established as a sound option in photoepilation and treatment of photoaging, hyperpigmentation and other skin conditions, is also considered first choice in the phototherapy of skin vascular malformations. When treating large areas, as often required in photoepilation and many aesthetic dermatology indications, IPL technologies show advantages over laser-based devices because of their high skin coverage rate. Compared to lasers, the wide range of selectable treatment settings, though a strong advantage of IPL, may also imply some more risk of local thermal side effects, but almost only in the hands of poorly trained operators. Overall, the strongest advantages of the IPL technologies are robust technology, versatility, lower purchase price, and the negligible risk of serious adverse effects in the hands of skilled and experienced operators.

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“…The number of hair shafts was lastingly and similarly reduced with both hair reduction systems, but local pain was significantly more disturbing with the diode laser. 14 …”

Section: The Relative Merits and Liabilities Of Intense Pulsed Light mentioning

confidence: 99%

Photoepilation and skin photorejuvenation: an update

Martella

Raichi²

2017

Dermatol Reports

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“…Hair reduction of 30%-50% was reported in research. 1 It is well known that despite its widely reported effectiveness, [2][3][4][5][6][7][8] there are certain side effects and unconfirmed adverse effects related to this treatment. 9,10 Patients who undergo laser hair reduction procedures may expect skin irritation, erythema, edema, postoperative Diode Laser 805 -Side Effects hypersensitivity and possible burns manifested by blisters and scabs.…”

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Diode Laser 805 Hair Removal Side Effects in Groups of Various Ethnicities – Cohort Study Results

Atta-Motte

Załęska

2020

J Lasers Med Sci

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Introduction: As hair removal has become most popular in aesthetics, the management of its side effects is crucial for every practitioner. Available studies describe the effectiveness of the diode laser hair removal for all skin types according to the Fitzpatrick scale independently, but the question of the occurrence of side effects and adverse effects remains unanswered. This study aims to illustrate aspects of side effects for patients of various ethnicities and the impact of those on the effectiveness of the treatment. Methods: The research was carried out in Poland and the United Kingdom from March 2016 to March 2019. 217 people of various ethnic origins were qualified for the study, 206 sessions were completed and statistical analysis was performed. The procedure was performed in the pubic area with diode lasers with a wavelength of 805 nm, minimum peak power of 2100 W and pulse duration between 15 and 400 ms. ET sapphire cooling assisted handle 9 x 9 mm large and pulse energy density between 10 and 100 J/cm2 were used for all treatments. In addition, in order to illustrate the effectiveness of treatments, the subjective and objective analyses of hair loss percentages were indicated. In statistical analysis, the chi-square test for independence was used to evaluate the correlation between the type and severity of side effects and the ethnic origin of patients, the number of treatments, the Fitzpatrick scale and the level of satisfaction. Results: The occurrence of sensitivity depended statistically significantly (P=0.002) on ethnicity. Ethnicity had no significant effect on the occurrence of erythema. The occurrence of hyperpigmentation statistically significantly depended (P<0.001) on ethnicity. The occurrence of burns depended statistically significantly (P=0.001) on ethnicity. The number of treatments had a significant (P=0.012) effect on the severity of side effects occurrence. Among participants who had 6 treatments, only half had side effects, including multiple effects occurring in 9.79% of cases. The occurrence of side effects such as sensitivity and hyperpigmentation did not depend on the number of treatments. However, the number of treatments had a significant impact on the incidence of erythema (P<0.001) and burns (P=0.005). More than half of the respondents (58.33%) had erythema after more than six procedures, whereas in the 6 treatments the erythema occurred only in 6.7% of cases. Conclusion: The treatment with the use of diode lasers for all subjects with different ethnicity and thus the recognized scale according to Fitzpatrick is effective and safe. The occurring side effects are transient and do not impact the effect of the whole therapy.

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“…[3][4][5][6] The available literature describes the effectiveness of the diode laser as a method for all skin types according to the Fitzpatrick scale hair removal, but the question of patient safety and minimization of side effects and postoperative complications in mixed-race patients remains unanswered. [1][2][3][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14] In diode laser, the hair removal principle of selective photothermolysis applies where the chromophore is melanin in the hair shaft itself and the bulge. However, the same chromophore can be found as skin pigment.…”

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“…27 The scientific literature presents numerous reports on the effectiveness of LHR but is limited to different parts of the body and no reports on mixed-race participants have been found. 6,8,10,11,[13][14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25][26][27][28] Objective The authors of this study have noticed that mixed-race patients' skin reacts differently than similar skin types according to the Fitzpatrick scale of non-mixed-race patients and so far no related research was found. The objective of the study was to investigate the occurrence and types of side and adverse effects after performing diode laser 805 nm hair removal in a group of mixed-race participants with phototypes III-V and to assess its impact on the results of the treatment measured as a percentage of hair reduction in the treated area.…”

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Aspects of Diode Laser (805 nm) Hair Removal Safety in a Mixed-Race Group of Patients

Załęska

Atta-Motte

2019

J Lasers Med Sci

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Introduction: Laser hair removal (LHR) has become one of the most popular treatments in aesthetics. Side effects are an inevitable part of laser therapy, therefore managing them is crucial for every laser practitioner to ensure patients’ safety along with achieving the best results. The available references describe the effectiveness of the diode LHR for all skin types according to the Fitzpatrick scale, but the question of patient safety and minimization of side effects and postoperative complications in mixed-race patients remains unanswered. This study aims to illustrate aspects of specific side effects in patients of mixed ethnicity and the impact of those effects on the results of the treatment. Methods: The study was conducted in Poland and the United Kingdom on 216 patients of various ethnic backgrounds. This study analyses the frequency of side effects in a mixed-race group of 32 participants, taking into account their skin type according to the Fitzpatrick scale. The patients received a course of 6 treatments using diode laser 805 nm. An objective and a subjective method were used to analyse treatment results and side effects, with adverse effects documented, if observed. Treatment settings were adjusted to skin reaction during the patch test. Results: Objective analysis was different from the subjective analysis of the treatment’s effectiveness. No adverse effects were observed. Side effects such as hyperpigmentation, skin irritation, skin burns, and skin hypersensitivity were found. Conclusion: 805 nm diode laser is effective and efficient at hair removal in mixed-race patients. It is a safe treatment in terms of skin reaction as only short-term side effects were observed in the treated area and no adverse effects were noted. To achieve the best results and to avoid adverse effects it is necessary to adjust treatment settings according to the individual patient’s skin reaction.

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Comparison of the Effect of Diode Laser Versus Intense Pulsed Light in Axillary Hair Removal

Abstract: Both diode laser and the IPL are effective, safe, and able to produce lasting results in axillary hair removal.

Cited by 16 publications

References 10 publications

Photoepilation and skin photorejuvenation: an update

Photoepilation and skin photorejuvenation: an update

Diode Laser 805 Hair Removal Side Effects in Groups of Various Ethnicities – Cohort Study Results

Aspects of Diode Laser (805 nm) Hair Removal Safety in a Mixed-Race Group of Patients

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