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Review of laser and energy-based devices to treat rosacea in skin of color J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Anna Chen, Janet Choi, Eliza Balazic, Tian Ran Zhu, Kseniya Kobets
The prevalence of rosacea in skin of color (SOC) populations is estimated to be as high as 10% in some countries. Traditionally, intense pulsed light (IPL) and pulsed dye laser (PDL) have been the ...
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Effect of fractional picosecond laser therapy using a diffractive optical lens on histological tissue reaction J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-22 Yun-Hee Rhee, Byung-Chul Park, Jee-Yeon Jung, Shin Hyuk Yoo, Ji-Hun Mo, Phil-Sang Chung
Fractional ablative resurfacing techniques are preferred treatments for facial rejuvenation of aged skin. This study was performed to investigate the cutaneous effects of using a fractional picosec...
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A comparison of surgical scar treatment using various combinations of autologous fat, hyaluronic acid and resurfacing with the 1540 nm non-ablative Erbium laser - a prospective pilot study. J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-20 Meir Retchkiman,Ofir Ron,Barak Stuchiner,Yoav Gronovich
Scars can cause aesthetic or functional disturbance. Several interventions had been described to improve their appearance. We propose that the combination of some of those treatments can synergize their effects on the scar. We designed a prospective pilot study with ten patients using the patient as their own control to compare different interventions. In each patient, the scar was divided into four
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The assessment of the impact of carboxytherapy and selected chemical peels on cosmetic defects and signs of aging of skin around eyes J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-13 Anna Kołodziejczak, Helena Rotsztejn
The purpose of this study was to assess changes in skin elasticity and other skin defects related to the aging of skin around eyes following the use of combination treatment carboxytherapy and chem...
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Intralesional vitamin D3 versus intralesional triamcinolone acetonoid in patchy alopecia areata: a comparative clinical and dermoscopic study J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-08-14 Maha H. Ragaie, Shimaa E. Mohammed, Shimaa S. Shehata
Alopecia areata (AA) is a common autoimmune T-cell mediated non-scarring, form of hair loss. It affects people of all ages and sexes.To compare the efficacy of intralesional vitamin D3 injection ve...
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Axillary hair removal with simultaneous emission of LP alexandrite 755 nm and LP Nd:YAG 1064 nm: a prospective comparative evaluation of both lasers used individually and in dual mode J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-07-18 S. Fenniche, A. Zaouak, E. Bouattour, N. Kerkeni, H. Bellali, A. Chamli, H. Hammami
Alexandrite laser is more adapted for lighter hair but not for darker skin, while the Nd:YAG laser is more suitable for darker skin but not for lighter hair.To evaluate both laser used as single tr...
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The efficacy of various interventions as good strategies to reduce pain in botulinum neurotoxin A for wrinkles. A systematic review of the randomized controlled trials (RCTs) J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-07-18 Bahareh Ebrahimi, Sina Jamzad, Zahra Naseh, Iman Moezzi, Hossein Kargar Jahromi, Maryam Naseh
Various topical interventions have been described to minimize botulinum neurotoxin-A (BoNT)-induced pain. The purpose of this study is to conduct a systematic review of relevant randomized controll...
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Injectable platelet-rich fibrin for treatment of female pattern hair loss J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-07-11 Shova Sharma, Bibhuti Vhadra, Daniel J Quinlan, Bashar Shatta, Haidar Hassan
This case series evaluated use of injectable platelet rich fibrin (termed i-PRF+) for the treatment of female pattern hair loss (FPHL). Eleven individuals underwent 3-monthly intradermal injections...
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Advancing precision acne therapy using a novel photopneumatic device J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-07-11 Gilly Munavalli
Photopneumatic therapy (PPT) combines vacuum and pulsed, broadband light to extract debris and bacteria from the pilosebaceous units; monotherapy is unexplored. Facial acne lesions and skin texture...
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Microneedle fractional radiofrequency associated with drug delivery for facial atrophic acne scars and skin rejuvenation J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-29 Jiajie Lyu, Liyong Jiang, Mingjun Tang, Liyun Zheng, Shengxiu Liu
Microneedle fractional radiofrequency (MFRF) has been used to improve photoaging and scars. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of MFRF with basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) f...
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Herpes simplex virus reactivation after nonablative fractional laser to treat facial photoaging J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-24 Qiuyue Tang, Qilei Che, Yuhong Xie, Lixia Xie, Lufeng Liu, Yulian Gao, Zixuan Zhou, Qingbiao Wa
Contemporary approaches for facial rejuvenation encompass the utilization of both ablative and nonablative laser techniques. Extensive research has elucidated the adverse consequences associated wi...
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Treatment of familial glomangiomatosis with Nd:YAG laser: a case report J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-19 Abdullah Baqays, Cristina Bulai Livideanu, Juliette Mazereeuw-Hautier, Humoud Alkhalaf, Fatma Jendoubi
Familial glomangiomatosis is a rare autosomal dominant vascular malformation caused by a mutation in the glomulin GLMN gene. It is characterized by the appearance of multiple glomus tumors composed...
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Worldwide internet trends in the public interest related to skin whitening and bleaching creams J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-16 Maria Dobosz, Jakub Radziwon, Wiesław Jerzy Cubała
Skin whitening is a practice that is used to obtain lighter skin tone and is most prevalent in Africa and Asia. Substances used for this procedure, such as hydroquinone or mercury have a variety of...
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Safety of using laser for hair removal in patients with skin diseases: a retrospective study J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-14 Pegah Pezhdam, MohammadAmin AliAsgari, Mahshid Sadat Ansari, Nasim Mazlumi Tutunchi, Anahid Cheraghalian, Maryam Nasimi
Laser hair removal is a commonly used method in dermatology which is based on selective thermolysis and utilizes the appropriate wavelength, pulse width, and energy density to damage hair follicles...
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A case of reed syndrome with an unusually extensive cutaneous burden treated with fully ablative Erbium:YAG laser resurfacing therapy J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-13 Sara Holt, Brooke Walls, Scott Walter
Reed Syndrome, or hereditary leiomyomatosis and renal cell carcinoma syndrome, is a rare, autosomal dominant genetic condition that predisposes individuals to a triad of cutaneous leiomyomas, uteri...
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Management of androgenic alopecia: a systematic review of the literature J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-06-09 Amanda Rosenthal, Geena Conde, Joseph F. Greco, Nima M. Gharavi
We aimed to determine the efficacy of the various available oral, topical, and procedural treatment options for hair loss in individuals with androgenic alopecia. Using the Preferred Reporting Item...
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Efficacy, tolerance and acceptability of pulsed dye laser on facial and neckline telangiectasias in systemic scleroderma: a prospective open-label monocentric study in 21 patients J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-02-19 D. Kottler, L. Dupechez, N. Martin Silva, J. Boutemy, A. Dumont, G. Maigné, A. Aouba, A. Dompmartin
Facial and neckline telangiectasias have an underestimated yet important impact on quality of life of patients with systemic scleroderma (SSc). This monocentric, prospective, open-label, intra-pati...
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Successful treatment of rare adverse event after radiofrequency microneedle on Fitzpatrick skin type IV : a case report J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-01-21 Dedianto Hidajat, Sinta Murlistyarini
Radiofrequency microneedle (RFM) is relatively safe to use for all skin types but there is still possibility of adverse events. Tram-track scarring or uniform papular eruptions is a rarely reported...
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Vessel infiltration with microcannula during filler injection: a rare but consequential occurrence J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2024-01-10 Eliza Balazic, Roya S. Nazarian, Kelly Hawkins, Kseniya Kobets
Serious complications of cosmetic filler injections include vascular necrosis if the filler is injected into an artery. The use of a microcannula for filler injection has been reported to be safer ...
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Effects at cellular level of epilation with various laser wavelengths applied simultaneously on different skins: two case reports J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-11-30 Patrícia Froes Meyer, Rafaella Rêgo Maia, Rodrigo Marcel Valentim da Silva, Eneida de Morais Carreiro, Stephany Luanna Queiroga Farias, Dawson Henriques Malveira, Ciro Dantas Soares, Kelle Franciane Alves Soares, Graziele Maia Alves Serafim, Glenda Maria Correia de Oliveira, Cristina Mendes Silveira, Karla Maia Malveira, Brenda S Mansilla, Eduardo Pereira de Azevedo, Larissa Nobre de Melo
This study evaluated the effects of laser application of diverse wavelengths applied simultaneously and on different skins. The sample included two participants, a woman with light skin with abdomi...
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Photobiomodulation and alopecia: a crowdsourced survey study on patient preferences J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-11-27 Briana Paiewonsky, Margo Winter, Maria Hordinsky, MacKenzie Griffith, Ronda S. Farah
Photobiomodulation is a treatment option for hair loss and is currently FDA cleared for androgenetic alopecia. There are a variety of photobiomodulation devices intended for at-home patient use. Ho...
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Review of radiofrequency microneedling: history, devices and uses J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-10-16 Diana Kneiber, Mina Amin, Tuyet A Nguyen, Nima M. Gharavi
Radiofrequency microneedling (RFM) has recently become a popular choice for the treatment of various dermatologic conditions and rejuvenation. Many studies have sought to evaluate the efficacy of R...
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Dual-wavelength long-pulsed 755-nm alexandrite/1,064-nm Nd:YAG laser versus Nd:YAG alone for treatment of palmoplantar verruca J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-10-15 Sujin Park, Hyun Kim, Ji Young Kim, Eun Jung Lee, Yu Jeong Bae, Sang Ho Oh, Jihee Kim
We compared the effectiveness and safety of the long-pulsed neodymium-doped yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) laser alone and combined with a 755-nm alexandrite laser for treating palmoplantar warts...
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Retracted article A case of Koebner phenomenon in a patient with tattoo to lips J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-08-31 Prof. Antonella Tammaro, Dr. Irene Romano, Mrs. Francesca Parisella, Dr. Flavia Persechino, Prof. Severino Persechino
We, the Editors and Publisher of the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy have retracted the following article:Antonella Tammaro, Irene Romano, Francesca Parisella, Flavia Persechino & Severino Pe...
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Retracted Article: Study of 1550nm Erbium Glass Laser Fractional non-ablative treatment of photoaging: comparative clinical effects, histopathology, electron microscopy and immunohistochemistry J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-08-31 Regia Celli Patriota de Sica, Consuelo J. Rodrigues, Durvanei Augusto Maria, Luis Carlos Cuce
We, the Editors and Publisher of the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy have retracted the following article:Regia Celli Patriota de Sica, Consuelo J. Rodrigues, Durvanei Augusto Maria & Luís Ca...
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Umbilical seborrheic keratosis-like lesion developing after diode laser hair removal in an 18-year-old patient J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-07-28 Farid Mallat, Stéphanie Matar, Boutros Soutou
ABSTRACT Objective: to report a possibly novel complication of laser hair removal. Case report: a white-skinned 18-year-old patient discovered an umbilical, brown, and raised lesion while shaving before his second diode laser hair removal session. He sought consultation before his fourth laser session since the lesion further thickened and darkened. Dermoscopy showed no pigmented network, but a few
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Therapeutic effects of laser on psoriasis plaques: a systematic review J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-07-27 Bruna Grazielle Quadros, Camila Marques Glen, Danielle Neres, Renata Anddresa Stachelski, Márcia Rosângela Buzanello, Gladson Ricardo Flor Bertolini
Given the relevance of laser application, the objective of this study was to carry out a systematic review to verify the therapeutic effects of laser application on psoriasis plaques. The databases...
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Efficacy of Laser in Hair Removal: A Network Meta-analysis J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-07-26 Yu-Chien Kao, Dai-Zhu Lin, Yi-No Kang, Cheng-Jen Chang, Wen-Kuan Chiu, Chiehfeng Chen
ABSTRACT Background Laser hair removal is an increasingly prevalent trend of cosmetic procedures. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of hair reduction among several types of laser interventions. Methods The selected studies searched in PubMed and EMBASE were assessed for quality of evidence, and extracted data on absolute hair count and hair reduction rate. Qualitative data were
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Optimizing diagnostic and therapeutic measures for different types of melasma based on the biophysical characteristics of facial skin J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-07-02 Iuliia Akulinina, Maria Dodina, Mikhail Osadchuk, Tatyana Degtyarevskaya
ABSTRACT The goal was to determine ways to optimize diagnostic and therapeutic measures for various types of melasma in the outpatient setting of the dermatovenerological ambulatory clinic. The study involved 112 women with a confirmed diagnosis of facial melasma whose disease lasted for at least 2 years. The severity of patient pigmentation was evaluated using the Melasma Area Severity Index and the
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Handheld dermatoscope versus digital camera for hair counts in laser facial hair removal J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-06-29 Aikaterini Liatsopoulou, Athanasia Varvaresou, Athanasios Bakas, Eleni Samplidou, Evangelia Protopapa
ABSTRACT The lack of uniform and objective techniques to evaluate treatment efficacy in photo-epilation studies leads to contradictory results. Thus, there is an urgent need to explore commonly accepted assessment tools. One of the most common methods uses hair counts via digital photography. However, macrophotography may not be able to depict the vellus-like hair induced by photo-epilation. On the
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Striae gravidarum treatment: evaluating non-ablating fractional laser (NAFL) efficacy and safety J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-06-12 Pedram Nourmohammadpour, Amir Houshang Ehsani, Parvaneh Hatami, Saeed Aref, Zeinab Aryanian, Azadeh Goodarzi
ABSTRACT Background Striae gravidarum (SG) is a common pregnancy-related dermatologic problem, for which finding an effective treatment remains a challenge. Aim To evaluate the safety and efficacy of 1540 nm non-ablative fractional laser (Star lux 500) in the treatment of SG in Iranian women and peruse the relationship between clinical improvement rate and patient characteristics as well as clinical
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Time interval between pulse dye laser treatments of port-wine stains: 30 years of experience J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-06-08 Marta Fusano, Pier Luca Bencini, Jacopo Nicolò Toffanetti, Michela Gianna Galimberti
ABSTRACT Port-wine stains (PWS) are frequently refractory to laser treatments. The aim of this study is to evaluate the role of treatment interval time. From 1990, 216 patients underwent Pulsed Dye Laser sessions. The laser sessions were scheduled at a minimum interval of 4 weeks to a maximum of 48 weeks. Clinical outcomes were assessed 8 weeks after the last laser session. Better results were obtained
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Combination therapy in female pattern hair loss J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-06-08 Shreya Deoghare, Neil S. Sadick
ABSTRACT Patterned hair loss is a common type of non-scarring alopecia, characterized by miniaturization of hair follicles. The etiology of female pattern hair loss (FPHL) is not clearly linked to androgens or other hormones thereby making it a challenging condition to treat. Various treatment modalities, like minoxidil (topical or oral), spironolactone, finasteride, have been tried alone or in combination
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The safety and effectiveness of low-level light therapy (LLLT) with light-emitting diode (LED) bed system and a novel topical anti-cellulite gel on grades 1–2 thigh/buttock cellulite: a randomized, comparative-controlled split-thigh/buttock IRB study J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2023-02-07 Gordon H. Sasaki
ABSTRACT Background Cellulite of the upper lateral and posterior thighs and lower buttocks represents a common unwanted condition. Objectives The author sought to comparea LLLT-LED bed therapy and a novel topical anti-cellulite gel on one thigh/buttock cellulite vs light therapy for cellulite to the opposite side. Methods Eight healthy female subjects were randomly treated with a LLLT-LED bed twice
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Efficacy and safety of laser-assisted delivery of tranexamic acid for the treatment of melasma: a systematic review and meta‑analysis J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-11-20 Jiangfeng Feng, Sihao Shen, Xiuzu Song, Wenzhong Xiang
ABSTRACT Laser-assisted drug delivery (LADD) is a new treatment for delivering drugs within the skin. This meta-analysis investigates the effectiveness and safety of the laser-assisted delivery of tranexamic acid (TXA) to treat melasma. A literature review was conducted by searching publication platforms to search for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared laser-assisted delivery of TXA
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The effectiveness of fractional carbondioxyde laser and microneedle radiofrequency on acne scars J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-11-20 Filiz Canpolat, Erol Koc, Selda Pelin Kartal
ABSTRACT Acne scars lead to physical and psychological problems for young adults therefore they should be treated effectively. Fractional carbon dioxide (FCL) and radiofrequency (FRFL) lasers have been both used for acne scars. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effectivity and satisfaction of combined FCL and FRFL treatment for acne scars and evaluate effect of these treatments especially on
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Chemical peel as an adjuvant treatment in pigmented contact dermatitis: a case series J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-11-17 Seema Rani, Arvind Ahuja
ABSTRACT A chemical peel is chemexfoliation, a process of application of a chemical substance to the skin that causes controlled chemical destruction of the epidermis with or without part of the dermis leading to skin regeneration and remodeling. It can be classified depending upon the depth of penetration into superficial, medium, and deep peels. Among various indications, peels can be used to enhance
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Statement of Retraction J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-11-16
Published in Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy (Vol. 25, No. 1-4, 2023)
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Statement of Retraction J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-11-14
Published in Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy (Vol. 25, No. 1-4, 2023)
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Non-ablative laser treatment improves lip volume, texture, and color J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-09-19 Hen Ifrach
ABSTRACT Lips undergo several changes with age, decreased volume, elasticity, turgor, and collagen content. Q-switched Nd:YAG laser are known to increase the production of procollagen and elastin and can promote the generation of collagen, which visibly improves facial imperfections. We aimed to determine the efficacy of a 1064 nm Q-switched Nd:YAG fractional laser on improving lip definition, color
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Effectiveness and safety of nonablative fractional laser and infrared bipolar radiofrequency for treating periorbital wrinkles J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-09-16 Xianglei Wu, Qingqing Cen, Jiafang Zhu, Ying Shang, Xiaoxi Lin
ABSTRACT Non-ablative fractional laser (NAFL) and radiofrequency (RF) are popular for treating periorbital wrinkles owing to short downtime and low risk of side effects. To compare the effectiveness and safety of infrared bipolar radiofrequency (IR-RF) and NAFL, including 1540 nm Er: glass and 1927 nm thulium-doped laser, to determine the better option for clinical treatment of periorbital wrinkles
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Treatment of exogenous hyperpigmentary disorders following silver ion-related chemical exposure with 1,064nm Q-switched laser: a 10-year follow-up J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-09-11 Jiayi Feng, Lvping Huang
ABSTRACT 1,064 nm Q-switched laser has been commonly used to treat pigmentation. However, there is still a lack of research on the treatment of hyperpigmentation caused by topical exposure to metallic salts-related chemical oxidation. We reported an Asian female patient who developed pigmentation 1 year on the face and neck after the recovery from a chemical explosion injury. 1,064 nm Q-switched laser
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Effects of LED photobiomodulation therapy on the subcutaneous fatty tissue of obese individuals – histological and immunohistochemical analysis J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-09-08 Débora Aparecida Oliveira Modena, Ciro Dantas Soares, Cintia Cristina Santi Martignago, Pt. Stephani Almeida, Everton Cazzo, Elinton Adami Chaim
ABSTRACT Photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) has become an adjuvant therapeutic possibility in body remodeling procedures. Given this scenario, this study was proposed with the aim of evaluating the effects of PBMT to Light Emitting Diode (LED) associating the red (630 nm) and infrared (850 nm) wavelengths in the subcutaneous fatty tissue. This controlled study of comparative intervention that evaluated
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Combination treatment of COVID-19 associated herpes zoster scar with 1540 nm and 755 nm picosecond lasers: a case report J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-09-06 Miguel Alpalhão, Sofia Duarte, Isabel Correia, Paulo Filipe
ABSTRACT A 33-year-old female, Fitzpatrick IV phototype, developed varicella zoster eruption over the ophthalmic dermatome of the right trigeminal nerve, confirmed through Polymerase Chain Reaction, 4 weeks after recovering from COVID-19 disease. After the resolution of the acute manifestations, she developed significant atrophic scars on the forehead, about 2 mm deep, with marked post-inflammatory
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The pros and cons of follicular unit extraction (FUE) versus elliptical donor harvesting (FUT) J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-08-30 Rohail Memon, Marc Avram
ABSTRACT Hair transplantation has evolved as a practice since the 1960ʹs with advances in technology and surgical technique. With various surgical techniques in existence, patients and practitioners have an abundance of options to curate the best results for the patient. However, with many options come various benefits and consequences that must be examined on a patient-by-patient basis. This review
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Filler-induced non-thrombotic pulmonary embolism after genital aesthetic injection J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-08-15 Hayson Chenyu Wang, Xiao Long
ABSTRACT Genital aesthetic procedures have increased in popularity among women and men. Many clinicians tried to expand the application of fill injection by using it for genital aesthetic injection. However, this procedure is not so safe as imagined and may lead to a fatal complication of pulmonary embolism. This article summarizes the clinical manifestations and proposed mechanism of the filler-induced
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Evaluation of the safety and efficacy of long pulsed Nd: YAG laser in the treatment of vascular lesions in vivo J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-27 Yun-Hee Rhee, Han-Yong Ryu, Jin-Chul Ahn, Phil-Sang Chung
ABSTRACT Long-pulsed neodymium:yttrium-aluminum-garnet (Nd:YAG) lasers have recently been used for the treatment of vascular lesions refractory to conventional vascular lasers. The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser treatment for vascular disorders. Laser irradiation was performed using two approaches: the 532 nm Nd:YAG laser was used to irradiate
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An anaphylactic reaction after simultaneous injection of hyaluronic acid fillers and human collagen J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-26 Kiyoko Kato, Eiko Inoue
ABSTRACT Anaphylaxis is rare following the injection of hyaluronic acid fillers or human collagen for esthetic improvement of the face. We report a case occurring in a 63-year-old woman treated simultaneously with both. Symptoms included full-body urticaria and gastrointestinal symptoms that declined within a few hours, facial redness and swelling lasting a few days, and a nodule in the right tear
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Improvement in linear depressed atrophic scar using 755-nm picosecond alexandrite laser vs. ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-21 Da Woon Lee, Hyeongrae Ryu, Hwan Jun Choi, Eun Soo Park
ABSTRACT Ablative Fractional laser (AFL), which has been widely used, but non-ablative and less invasive techniques such as picosecond laser with fewer side effects are available. To objectively determine the degree of scar improvement with picosecond laser compared with ablative fractional carbon dioxide laser in depressed facial scar. This prospective, evaluator-blinded trial enrolled patients with
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Radiofrequency and skin rejuvenation: a systematic review J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-20 Patricia Gabrielli Vassão, Ana Beatriz Balão, Beatriz Mendes Credidio, Giovanna Caroline Aparecida Do Vale, Livia Assis Garcia, Cintia Cristina Santi Martignago, Julia Risso Parisi, Eva-Liisa Laakso, Ana Claudia Muniz Renno
ABSTRACT Increasingly, there is an attempt to minimize expression lines through esthetic procedures, and radiofrequency (RF) is one of the therapeutic modalities. This article aims to systematically review the literature on the different types of RF treatment in clinical trials and in variables related to the aging process. This systematic review included 21 articles that treated 354 people with different
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Evaluation of platelet-rich plasma efficacy in melasma J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-19 Ayda Acar, Ayris Ozturk, Nur Sokmen, Idil Unal, Ilgen Ertam Sagduyu
ABSTRACT Platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which is widely used in many dermatologic conditions, has also been used in the treatment of melasma in recent years. The objective of this study is to determine the efficacy of PRP in melasma. Fifteen female patients with melasma participated in this study. Intradermal PRP was performed every 3 weeks for three times. We photographed all participants, performed
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Our experience using 1064 nm Nd:YAG in palmoplantar warts J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-14 Hai Thi Thu Le, Cuong Truong Van, Minh Nguyen Thi, Firas Al-Niaimi
ABSTRACT Common warts (verruca vulgaris) are the most commonly seen benign cutaneous tumors occurring in both males and females of various ages. However, warts on the hands and feet (plantar warts and palmar warts) often respond poorly to traditional treatments such as topical salicylic acid, cryotherapy, surgical excision, electrocautery, and bleomycin injection. Recently, the long-pulsed 1064 nm
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Evaluation of the effect of 577-nm pro-yellow laser on demodex intensity J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-07-03 Nihal Altunisik, Dursun Turkmen, Serpil Sener
ABSTRACT The skin disease of the pilosebaceous unit created by demodex mites is called demodicosis. Recently, it has been brought to the agenda that laser therapies can be effective in reducing the intensity of demodex parasite. With this study, we aimed to evaluate the effect of pro-yellow laser applied to the face on the intensity of demodex parasite. Twenty-five patients who had referred to the
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Efficacy of lasers and light sources in long-term hair reduction: a systematic review J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-05-29 A. Krasniqi, D. P. McClurg, K. J. Gillespie, S. Rajpara
ABSTRACT Laser and light-based devices provide scope for long-term “hair-removal” however, there is limited evidence supporting their long-term efficacy. This study aimed to assess the long-term efficacy of laser and light-based “hair-removal” devices, taking into account variations in body site-specific variations in hair growthcycles. A systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with
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Efficacy and safety of picosecond laser for wrinkle in Indonesian skin J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-05-22 Putri Hendria Wardhani, Cita Rosita Sigit Prakoeswa, M. Yulianto Listiawan
ABSTRACT Wrinkle is depressions of the skin that appears as a line on the skin, a major sign of skin aging. Laser is widely used for rejuvenation, but few reports that obtained in Indonesian skin. The increased melanin content in Indonesian skin can decrease therapeutic efficacy and promote adverse sequela. The Food and Drug Administration in 2014 gave clearance for picosecond 755 nm laser with diffractive
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Treatment of linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis using QS 694-nm ruby laser J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-04-16 Zhengzhou Shi, Xilei Duan, Min Jiang, Chengfeng Zhang, Leihong Xiang
ABSTRACT Laser is being widely used in treating pigmented lesions nowadays. Linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis (LWNH) is a rare pigmentary anomaly, and there are only a handful of cases of successful treatment, all with QS 532- and 755-nm laser. The objective of this study was to examine the clinical outcome of QS 694-nm ruby laser in the treatment of LWNH. We report on a 4-year-old boy presented
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Adjuncts to pulsed dye laser for treatment of port wine stains: a literature review J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-04-14 Bing Wang, Xianglin Mei, Yanlong Wang, Xin Hu, Fuqiu Li
ABSTRACT Noninvasive pulsed dye laser is the current gold standard for the treatment of port wine stains. However, most port wine stains are not completely cleared after pulsed dye laser therapy, owing to insufficient photocoagulation and laser-induced vascular regeneration and reperfusion. Several studies have explored approaches designed to improve treatment efficacy. This integrative literature
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Corneal burn injury in picosecond laser treatment: A potential hazard in cosmetic therapy J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-04-11 Li-Yi Chiu, Ya-Wei Lai, Shiuh-Liang Hsu, Pei-Ling Chih, Po-Yen Lee
ABSTRACT To describe a case of picosecond laser-related corneal burn injury. Case presentation of a patient underwent picosecond laser cosmetic treatment, complicated with severe corneal burn injury. We evaluate patient’s visual acuity, corneal edema condition under slit lamp and corneal OCT (Optical coherence tomography), corneal shape with topography, and intraocular pressure. Picosecond laser emits
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Split-face comparison of the efficacy of picosecond 532 nm Nd:YAG laser and Q-switched 755 nm Alexandrite laser for treatment of freckles J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-04-10 Shao-Yin Ma, Ye-Qing Gong, Wen- Jun Zhang, Bi-Hua Liang, Yue-Ming Li, Zhi-Min Xie, Hui-Lan Zhu
ABSTRACT To date, there has been little study of comparison between picosecond 532 nm laser and 755 nm Q-switched Alexandrite lasers in the treatment of freckles. To evaluate the efficacy and safety of picosecond 532 nm laser (PS 532) and 755 nm Q-switched Alexandrite laser (QSAL) for treatment of freckles in a split-face manner. Eighteen patients with freckles were enrolled in the study. The right
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Treatment of refractory acne using selective sebaceous gland electro-thermolysis combined with non-thermal plasma J. Cosmet. Laser Ther. (IF 1.2) Pub Date : 2022-04-07 Xiaojin Wu, Yali Yang, Yutong Wang, Haoyu Wang, Ying Zheng, Jun Chen, Hui Xu
ABSTRACT Acne is one of the most common skin diseases whose disfiguring results may cause psychological problems. Despite of the various choices in the treatment of acne, new therapy with fewer complications and lower relapse rate is still in need. In this study, we aim to evaluate the clinical efficacy of a new therapy using selective sebaceous gland electro-thermolysis and non-thermal plasma (NTP)