Side-Effects After IPL Photodepilation

Moreno‐Arias, Gerardo A.; Castelo-Branco, Camil; Ferrando, Juan

doi:10.1046/j.1524-4725.2002.02117.x

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“…[23] All studies have found IPL to be safe. [910121516232425] In our study, one patient each experienced mild transient pain and discomfort, both over the upper lip. Apart from a study by Karaca et al .…”

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Near infrared pulsed light for permanent hair reduction in Fitzpatrick skin types IV and V

Thacker¹,

Kumar²

2016

J Cutan Aesthet Surg

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Background:Excessive hair on the face is a significant cause for distress amongst women. Permanent hair reduction methods including lasers and pulsed light devices are increasingly being used.Aims:The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of near infrared pulsed light source for permanent hair reduction in women seeking treatment for excessive hair growth on the upper lip and chin.Settings and Design:This was a prospective observational study done at a tertiary care hospital in South India.Materials and Methods:Women above 18 years of age were observed for six sittings of the treatment for excessive hair over the upper lip and chin using a near infrared intense pulsed light device. Efficacy was evaluated by measuring percentage hair reduction using digital photography. Further, efficacy amongst women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) was compared with those without PCOS. Side effects were noted.Statistical Analysis Used:Student's unpaired t-test using the software SPSS version 16.Results:Percentage hair reduction at the end of 6 sittings in 24 women for the upper lip and chin was 52.87% and 73.81%, respectively. Out of the 24 women, 12 had PCOS and the difference in hair reduction in these women was statistically insignificant when compared to that observed in those without PCOS. Only two patients experienced side effects in the form of mild pain and discomfort.Conclusions:Intense pulsed light is a safe and efficacious tool for permanent hair reduction over the upper lip and chin, efficacy being similar in patients with or without PCOS.

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Near infrared pulsed light for permanent hair reduction in Fitzpatrick skin types IV and V

Thacker¹,

Kumar²

2016

J Cutan Aesthet Surg

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“…[5][6][7] The phenomenon of an increase in hair density, color, or coarseness, or a combination of these at treated sites in the absence of any other known cause of hypertrichosis has been called by different names including "paradoxical hypertrichosis", "terminalization", "induction," and "terminal hair growth". [8] Paradoxical hypertrichosis was first described by Moreno-Arias et al, [9,10] as growth of hair in untreated areas in close proximity to areas treated with lasers. In many studies, the explanation for increased hair growth with laser ablation is that suboptimal thermal energy is delivered to nearby follicles which results in induction of the hair follicle cycle.…”

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Postradiation hypertrichosis: A paradox

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Alopecia due to radiation has remained a widely accepted aspect of radiotherapy. We present an unexpected clinical scenario, where a patient with left lung stage IIIB nonsmall cell adenocarcinoma, treated with radiochemotherapy achieved a complete response and developed an obscure late effect in terms of paradoxical hypertrichosis in the radiation portals. The paper presents plausible hypothesis for this unusual phenomenon.

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“…Adverse effects were transient and only appeared when using higher energy doses for test treatments. As is the case with other laser systems, in order to reduce the risk of side effects some safety precautions should be taken, namely the avoidance of sun exposure before and after treatment as well as using cooling measures to lower skin temperature during treatment [17, 18]. …”

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Progressive Disseminated Essential Telangiectasia and Erythrosis Interfollicularis Colli as Examples for Successful Treatment with a High-Intensity Flashlamp

Wenzel

Hohenleutner²,

Landthaler³

2008

Dermatology

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Background: Treatment of progressive disseminated essential telangiectasia and erythrosis interfollicularis colli by flashlamp pulsed dye laser frequently results in a mottled appearance and often leads to hypo- or hyperpigmentation after treatment. Furthermore, treatment is time-consuming due to the small spot size. Objective: To report the successful removal of thin vessels in patients with the above-mentioned indications by an intense pulsed light (IPL) source. Methods: Four patients with progressive disseminated telangiectasia on the extremities and 5 patients with erythrosis interfollicularis colli were treated with IPL. Results: A clearance of up to 90% of the telangiectasias was achieved. Conclusion: The superficial, thin vessels of progressive disseminated essential telangiectasia and erythrosis interfollicularis colli can be successfully treated by IPL.

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Side-Effects After IPL Photodepilation

Cited by 63 publications

References 12 publications

Near infrared pulsed light for permanent hair reduction in Fitzpatrick skin types IV and V

Near infrared pulsed light for permanent hair reduction in Fitzpatrick skin types IV and V

Postradiation hypertrichosis: A paradox

Progressive Disseminated Essential Telangiectasia and Erythrosis Interfollicularis Colli as Examples for Successful Treatment with a High-Intensity Flashlamp

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