The LASERS of LASER HAIR REMOVAL
There are essentially 3 classes of lasers used for laser hair removal on the market today. They are the Alexandrite, the Diode and the Nd:YAG. Also there are flashlamps known as intense pulsed light, which are used for hair removal. This technology is much more effectively used for conditions other than laser hair removal.
When reviewing the different lasers available, always remember that there are typically over 100 different settings that can be used with each laser. Results, therefore, are most dependent on the level of skill and experience of the operator. More importantly this pertains also to patient safety.
ALEXANDRITE LASERS
Alexandrite lasers are used on Fitzpatrick skin types 1 thru 5.
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Device Type
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Laser Name
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Wavelength (nm)
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Energy Output (Joules)
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Pulse Length
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Spot Size
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Alexandrite/ Nd:YAG
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UltraWave II
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755 nm/ 1064 nm
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5-500 J/ 10-23J
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5-100 ms
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2,4,6mm/ 2,4,6,10, 12 mm
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Alexandrite
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UltraWave A
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755 nm
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5-95 J
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5-20 ms
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8, 10, 12 mm
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Alexandrite
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GentleLASE
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755 nm
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10-100 J
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3ms
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6-18 mm
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Alexandrite
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GentleLASE Limited Ed.
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755 nm
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10-40 J
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3 ms
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10, 12, 15 mm
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Alexandrite
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Apogee 9300
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755 nm
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50 J
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5-40 ms
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Variable
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Alexandrite
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Apogee 5500
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755 nm
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50 J
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5-40 ms
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Variable
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Alexandrite/ Nd:YAG
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Apogee Elite
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755 nm/ 1064 nm
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300 J
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0.4-300 ms
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12, 15 mm
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Alexandrite
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EpiCare LP
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755 nm
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150 J
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3-300 ns
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5-18 mm
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Alexandrite
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EpiCare LPX
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755 nm
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250 J
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3-300 ns
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5-18 mm
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Alexandrite
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Arion
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755 nm
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5-40 J
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5-40 ms
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60x65 mm
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