{"title":"Injectable platelet-rich fibrin for treatment of female pattern hair loss.","authors":"Shova Sharma, Bibhuti Vhadra, Daniel J Quinlan, Bashar Shatta, Haidar Hassan","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2374858","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2374858","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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 of i-PRF+ using a mesotherapy gun. The mean number of hair follicles containing hairs per unit area improved at 3- and 6-months follow-up (<i>p</i> < .001), and all participants had a negative hair pull test. Hair volume and thickness, and patient-reported outcome scores also improved at follow-up (<i>p</i> < .001). Adverse effects were minor and self-limited. A series of three i-PRF+ injection sessions were effective for the treatment of FPHL, as shown by improved hair analysis parameters and patient self-assessment scores.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"17-25"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141581554","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S Fenniche, A Zaouak, E Bouattour, N Kerkeni, H Bellali, A Chamli, H Hammami
{"title":"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.","authors":"S Fenniche, A Zaouak, E Bouattour, N Kerkeni, H Bellali, A Chamli, H Hammami","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2379402","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2379402","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>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.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>To evaluate both laser used as single treatment and in simultaneous emission for axillary hair removal.</p><p><strong>Method: </strong>Ten patients (18-40 years old) were selected for this study. The spot size and pulse time were kept constant for all patients, 14 mm and 5 ms, respectively. The fluences were 20 to 28 J/cm<sup>2</sup>, 16 to 25 J/cm<sup>2</sup>, and 14-8 J/cm<sup>2</sup> to 25-13 J/cm<sup>2</sup> for Nd:YAG, alexandrite and the combined alex/YAG, respectively. Three treatment sessions were performed at 6-week interval, and patients were reviewed 4 months after the last session.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The median number of hairs reduced from 46.00 to 33.00 (<i>p</i> = .022) for alexandrite, from 44.50 to 30.00 (<i>p</i> = .02) for Nd:YAG and from 56.00 to 19.50 (<i>p</i> = .005) for alexandrite-Nd:YAG, equivalent to 46.70%, 27.74% and 70.12% median hair reduction, respectively.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The simultaneous emission of both 755 nm and 1064 nm Nd:YAG laser is significantly more effective than a single laser treatment. Future studies are needed to confirm the good results of this innovative technique.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"36-42"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141725122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anna Chen, Janet Choi, Eliza Balazic, Tian Ran Zhu, Kseniya Kobets
{"title":"Review of laser and energy-based devices to treat rosacea in skin of color.","authors":"Anna Chen, Janet Choi, Eliza Balazic, Tian Ran Zhu, Kseniya Kobets","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2376701","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2376701","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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 laser and energy-based devices (EBDs) used to treat rosacea. However, not all laser and EBDs are safe for SOC (Fitzpatrick skin types IV-VI) due to increased absorption of energy in pigmented skin and increased risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring. This review summarizes the use of the top seven laser and EBDs for treating rosacea in SOC.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":"26 1-4","pages":"43-53"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142019608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maria Dobosz, Jakub Radziwon, Wiesław Jerzy Cubała
{"title":"Worldwide internet trends in the public interest related to skin whitening and bleaching creams.","authors":"Maria Dobosz, Jakub Radziwon, Wiesław Jerzy Cubała","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367456","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367456","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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 side effects and are banned in several countries. This study examined the popularity of internet searches for terms related to skin whitening and bleaching creams with the use of GoogleTrends (GT). GT was searched globally for the topic \"skin whitening\" and two terms \"hydroquinone cream\" and \"mercury cream\" throughout a 10-year period (01.09.2013-31.08.2023). The popularity of searches increased during the analyzed period. The topic \"skin whitening\" was most popular in Sudan, Vietnam, and Sri Lanka. The searches were higher for \"hydroquinone cream\" than \"mercury cream\" in almost all countries, besides the Philippines and Indonesia. Our study confirms that skin whitening practices are popular, especially among populations with darker skin tone. Despite potentially toxic side effects, creams with hydroquinone and mercury are increasingly searched worldwide. Education about skin whitening and the usage of bleaching substances should be implemented, especially in the regions of Africa and Asia.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"26-30"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141328159","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Safety of using laser for hair removal in patients with skin diseases: a retrospective study.","authors":"Pegah Pezhdam, MohammadAmin AliAsgari, Mahshid Sadat Ansari, Nasim Mazlumi Tutunchi, Anahid Cheraghalian, Maryam Nasimi","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367448","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367448","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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. Given the prevalence of skin diseases such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and vitiligo, and the increasing popularity of laser hair removal, the aim of this study was to investigate the safety of laser hair removal in individuals with skin diseases. This retrospective study was conducted at the laser department of Razi Hospital on 99 patients who underwent laser hair removal. The exacerbation of disease after laser therapy was significantly associated with active skin disease (<i>p</i> = .021) and laser treatment at the site of the disease (<i>p</i> < .001). The incidence of Koebner phenomenon was significantly associated with age (<i>p</i> = .017) and the number of sessions with the ND-YAG device (<i>p</i> = .034). It is crucial to exercise caution when performing laser treatment on individuals with active skin disease and to avoid treating the affected area were possible. If necessary, it is recommended to delay laser treatment until the disease is under control for patients with active skin disease or those who wish to receive laser treatment at the site of the disease.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"31-35"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141319046","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Advancing precision acne therapy using a novel photopneumatic device.","authors":"Gilly Munavalli","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2376704","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2376704","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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 were evaluated after up to six PPT treatments, 1-2 weeks apart for 15-20 minutes per treatment using customized energy settings, in seven female patients with inflammatory, comedonal and pustular lesions. Lesion and redness reduction with improvement in skin texture and pore size were observed after 1-3 treatments; adverse effects were infrequent. PPT may optimize lesion clearance as monotherapy and/or as an adjuvant. The ability to change pulse structure, pulse duration, vacuum pressure and fluence allow for treatment that best matches skin type and acne severity.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"77-80"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141581553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A case of reed syndrome with an unusually extensive cutaneous burden treated with fully ablative Erbium:YAG laser resurfacing therapy.","authors":"Sara Holt, Brooke Walls, Scott Walter","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367458","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2367458","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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, uterine leiomyomas and renal cell carcinoma. Cutaneous leiomyomas are often the first manifestation of the syndrome, occurring in 76% of patients and average 26 in number. We present a case of a 47 year old female with Reed Syndrome with an unusually extensive cutaneous burden, with a total of 361 cutaneous lesions, far above the average reported number of 26. Due to the extent of her cutaneous burden, painful nature of the lesions and failure to respond to standard therapies, she was referred for fully ablative Erbium:Yag laser resurfacing therapy. The use of fully ablative Erbium:YAG laser resurfacing therapy for treatment of cutaneous leiomyomas has not been reported in the literature to date. One year following laser therapy, the treatment area not only began to repigment, but there was also no evidence of cutaneous leiomyomas recurrence or associated pain. Given the effectiveness of this unique therapy, fully ablative Erbium:YAG laser resurfacing should be kept in mind as a treatment option for both cosmetic and symptomatic cutaneous leiomyomas.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"83-85"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141319045","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jiajie Lyu, Liyong Jiang, Mingjun Tang, Liyun Zheng, Shengxiu Liu
{"title":"Microneedle fractional radiofrequency associated with drug delivery for facial atrophic acne scars and skin rejuvenation.","authors":"Jiajie Lyu, Liyong Jiang, Mingjun Tang, Liyun Zheng, Shengxiu Liu","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2372342","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2372342","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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) for facial atrophic acne scars and skin rejuvenation by blinded visual evaluation, self-report, and reflective confocal microscopy (RCM). Fifteen subjects were randomized to the MFRF with bFGF group and fifteen to the MFRF group. All subjects underwent three-session therapy and a follow-up period. Significant group differences were in ECCA, global improvement score, satisfaction, and downtime before and after treatment. Combination therapy could be more effective than monotherapy for acne scars and facial rejuvenation. In addition, RCM can be used to observe the changes in skin collagen before and after treatment in evaluating cosmetic efficacy.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"61-68"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141472747","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bahareh Ebrahimi, Sina Jamzad, Zahra Naseh, Iman Moezzi, Hossein Kargar Jahromi, Maryam Naseh
{"title":"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).","authors":"Bahareh Ebrahimi, Sina Jamzad, Zahra Naseh, Iman Moezzi, Hossein Kargar Jahromi, Maryam Naseh","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2374812","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2374812","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>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 controlled trials (RCTs) to compare the efficacy of pain relief methods during BoNT injection. PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science were searched using \"Botox,\" \"Botulinum,\" or \"BTX.\" We identified RCTs in which BoNT were injected to eliminate wrinkles. The pain score was the study outcome, and pain reduction method was compared with routine one. The meta-analysis was reported using the PRISMA checklist. The Higgins I(I<sup>2</sup>) statistical model assessed results heterogeneity. Two thousand one hundred and twenty-three articles were identified, thirteen articles eligible. Two hundred and sixty-two healthy volunteers were performed on these RCTs. Meta-analysis evaluated different methods to ease BoNT injection pain, and these methods significantly improved outcomes by 0.23% (95%CI, 0.11-0.46, <i>p</i> = .000). Subgroup analysis based on injection area showed no significant heterogeneity, but heterogeneity decreased when subgroup analysis based on other methods was done (Cochran's Q test = 115.52, <i>p</i> = .0001, I<sup>2</sup> = 87.9%). This meta-analysis confirms the effectiveness of pain relief methods during BoNT injection. Evaluation of different methods showed their effectiveness, but finding the best method requires comparative studies, although the role of pH and EMLA has been proven.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"69-76"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141635928","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Qiuyue Tang, Qilei Che, Yuhong Xie, Lixia Xie, Lufeng Liu, Yulian Gao, Zixuan Zhou, Qingbiao Wa
{"title":"Herpes simplex virus reactivation after nonablative fractional laser to treat facial photoaging.","authors":"Qiuyue Tang, Qilei Che, Yuhong Xie, Lixia Xie, Lufeng Liu, Yulian Gao, Zixuan Zhou, Qingbiao Wa","doi":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2370418","DOIUrl":"10.1080/14764172.2024.2370418","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Contemporary approaches for facial rejuvenation encompass the utilization of both ablative and nonablative laser techniques. Extensive research has elucidated the adverse consequences associated with ablative laser treatment, such as the emergence of infectious, follicular, scarring, and pigmentary alterations. Nonablative fractional lasers exhibit commendable cosmetic outcomes, characterized by a diminished incidence of complications owing to their photomechanical mechanisms, in contrast to ablative laser modalities. Nonetheless, it is imperative to acknowledge that untoward effects may still manifest. In this report, we present two cases of herpes simplex virus (HSV) reactivation subsequent to nonablative fractional resurfacing. Timely identification and the appropriate administration of antiviral agents are important, which serve as imperative measures to mitigate the long-term consequences that may arise in the event of complications.</p>","PeriodicalId":54852,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy","volume":" ","pages":"86-88"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141447643","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}