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More Effective Laser: Yag Vs Diode on Skin Type IV-V? (photo)
About me: 17, light indian skin, can tan easily, dark black hair. (laser on face) - laser practicioner #1: rec. DIODE: said my skin is not too dark; really experienced one (with 10+ yrs and her mom has been doing the same thing).She said that my hair would get really less after 6 treats (no package). -#2:rec. YAG saying I have really dark skin. And over there I also had to buy a package of 6 and after that I will still have hair but very weak. I want one that will remove hair more permanently.
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Nd:Yag Safer for Darker Skin Types
Studies show that both lasers are equally effective for removing hair in the correct skin types--- the key being the skin type. For skin types V-VI, I have found that only the Nd:Yag can be used at the appropriate fluence (dose) for proper hair removal, compared to the Diode which must be "turned down" so as to not burn the patient. For Skin Type IV, both lasers can be equally effective, but I still favor the safety of the Nd:Yag.
Personally, I prefer the Alexandrite...
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Yag for darker skin types for hair removal
I would agree with the doctor that recommends the Nd:YAG laser (1064 nm) for your light Indian skin type. While the diode may work in experienced hands the yag is a safer effective choice
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