Guidelines on Photoepilation: Techniques for Intimate Body Areas

Abstract

General best practice guidelines for safe laser/IPL hair reduction have already been published in peer reviewed professional medical journals. The safe operation of a laser/IPL for hair reduction demands creation of a facility safety protocol, compliance with laser/IPL system set-up, designated client parameters and dosimetry. Compliance with national, regional and local regulations are equally applicable for hair removal prior to gender reassignment surgery. These guidelines briefly review the options for hair reduction and the mode of action of photoepilation but concentrate on classification of birth male and birth female intimate body areas and treatment procedure including planning prior to gender reassignment surgery. There is a dedicated review section on pilonidal sinus treatment procedure as well as delegation of photoepilation, adverse effects, safety precautions, pain control and client aftercare.