Practical Applications for Medical and Aesthetic Treatment of Skin of Color With a New 650-Microsecond Laser

J Drugs Dermatol. 2019 Apr 1;18(4):s138 - 143.

Abstract

The following roundtable is edited from discussion between the authors concerning treatment with the 650-microsecond 1064nm Nd:YAG laser. These dermatologist experts share their expertise, experience, and treatment pearls regarding the device for medical and aesthetic use, and in treatment of skin of color (SOC).

MeSH terms

  • Acne Vulgaris / therapy
  • Adult
  • Female
  • Folliculitis
  • Hair Diseases / therapy
  • Humans
  • Lasers, Solid-State / therapeutic use*
  • Low-Level Light Therapy / instrumentation*
  • Low-Level Light Therapy / methods
  • Male
  • Melanosis / therapy
  • Rejuvenation
  • Skin / radiation effects*
  • Skin Aging / radiation effects*
  • Skin Pigmentation / radiation effects*
  • Sunlight / adverse effects
  • Treatment Outcome

Supplementary concepts

  • pseudofolliculitis barbae