Using At-home Laser Hair Removal Devices for Sun Damage Too?

Question

Can home laser hair removal devices (silk'n, tria) be used to counteract sun damage? IPL lasers are used to remove hair and help with sun damage, so the at-home devices can be used for both purposes too right?

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Most home devices
that are used  to reduce hair are not as effective as professional lasers
meant to permanently affect hair regrowth.   This is true as well for other skin care treatments with the home IPL devices. .  It would be best to schedule a consultation in a practice with Board Certified physicians is advisable.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

In general, home devices that are used  to reduce hair are not as
effective as professional lasers meant to permanently affect hair regrowth.  These will not be effective for treating skin problems, sun-damage or aging.
A
consultation in a practice with Board Certified physicians is advisable

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

No.
Tria and similar home use devices are specifically designed for home based hair removal and cannot be used for treating wrinkles or brown spots or blemishes.
Regards

Thomas McFadden, MD · Answer

General rule of thumb: if it's strong enough to cause a permanent change, it needs to be performed by a certified professional under the supervision of a board certified plastic surgeon.

Using At-home Laser Hair Removal Devices for Sun Damage Too?

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