Laser hair removal

The goal of the hair removal market has always been long-term epilation. To day, success is achieved by understanding the biology and physiology of hai r, as well as concepts in laser physics, skin optics, and tissue preservati on. in addition to these topics, this article examines specific categories of laser systems such as Nd:YAG, intense pulse light, ruby, alexandrite, an d diode. Clinical aspects and future developments in the field of laser hai r removal are reviewed.