White hair removal with electro-optical device in Pakistani population

ABSTRACT

To evaluate the synergistic effect of intense pulsed light [IPL] and bipolar radiofrequency [RF] [Electro-optical device] on white hair in Pakistani population. Twenty eight women with white hair [skin phenotypes III-V] were included in the study. The chin and upper lip were treated with six treatment sessions over 5-6 months. The level ofRF energy was 15-20 J/cm[2], while optical fluences varied from 26 to 38 J/cm[2]. Hair counts and photographic evaluation were obtained at baseline, 4 months and one month after final session. An average hair removal of 63% was observed after sixth session. In lighter coloured hair, combined effect of the two types of energy, radiofrequency and intense pulse light technology offer a promising solution