Cosmetic Applications of Laser and

This is the first book to introduce an emerging technology of light-based systems to the personal care industry, and explain how this technology might change the cosmetic marketplace. Explains the basic physics of light-based technologies, the bio-physical principles behind their mechanism of action, and their applications in many cosmetic procedures. Devotes individual chapters to various skin and hair conditions where light-based systems are currently used for treatment. Explains fundamentals of skin and hair physiology and cosmeceuticals; topical drugs for cosmetic benefits; non-invasive and invasive options for beauty treatments, and how this all pertains to the emerging light-based technologies.

Beauty Medicine: Evolution of Cosmetic Science
Skin Biology: Understanding biological targets for improving appearance
Hair Biology: Management of Hair Growth
Physics behind Light-Based Systems: Skin and Hair follicle interactions with Light
Laser and Light-based systems for aesthetic procedures
Laser Hair Removal
Hair Removal with Intense Pulsed Light Devices
Hair Removal with Light and RF energy
Hair Removal with Light-based systems in darker skin types
Skin Rejuvenation: Fundamental understanding and light-based treatment options
Skin Rejuvenation: fractional photothermolysis
LED Phototherapy skin Rejuvenation
Skin rejuvenation with non-chemical, non light-based system: Microdermabrasion
Role of Light-based Systems in Wrinkle Reduction
Cellulite Reduction: Photothermal Therapy of Cellulite
Treatment of Acne: Phototherapy with Blue-Light
PFB Treatment: Role of Light-based systems in the treatment of PFB
Synergy of topical eflornithine cream with light-based system for hair removal
Photodynamic therapy in Dermatology: Combination of bioactive with Light Energy (acne and hair removal)
Photodynamic photorejuvenation of skin: Combination Photoactive Molecules with Light Sources
Regulatory Perspective: Medical classification, approval process, 510 K process, OTC switching
Dermal safety of laser and light-based systems
Eye Safety: Basics of laser/light system eye safety
Regulatory perspective
Potential concerns and solutions for the home use market
Light-based devices for home use
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Cosmetic Applications of Laser and Light-Based Systems

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