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Laser Hair Removal Systems II (Yag 1064 nm Wavelength)

There are lots of systems of hair laser removal at clinics, how to select the best system suit to you? Here are the answer.

YAG laser emits an intense beam of light which passes safely through the upper skin layers to the underlying strata. Hair follicles are then eliminated, which treats the problem without harming the skin. YAG laser can be used for effective hair removal by all types of patients, including those who have tanned skin which is something that other lasers cannot always do. However, there is not sufficient evidence that this laser can produce effective long-term hair removal.

Advantages:

Works on most skin types including darker skin tones or tanned skin.
Nd: YAG 1064 nm system may be best for darkly pigmented people.
Long term studies show that these laser systems can achieve a significant delay in hair regrowth. Rapid treatment of larger body areas.
Minor damage to the skin.

Side Effects:

Not effective to light or white hair and less effective on fine hair than other laser options.
More painful than other laser options.
Risks of scars, burns, skin discoloration, redness and swelling.
Not proven effective for long-term results.

The Nd: Yag laser Devices Available : CoolGlide, Medlite IV, Varia, Athos, Lyra, and Image.

Specifications:

Wavelength: 1064
Pulse width: 10-50
Fluence: 20-100
Spot size: 3-5
Repetition rate: Up to 10 Hz

Conclusion : YAG laser is one of the newer forms of laser hair removal. The biggest advantage of the Nd YAG laser is that it generally works on all skin types and in particular people with darker skin tones or tanned skin which is something that other lasers cannot always do, But there is still not a ideal results to light, white or fine hair. Yag systems are using longer pulse durations without any tar. Patients have reported these systems to be very painful. Recommend the YAG laser system to darkest skin colors or tanned skin.

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