Home devices / dermatology
Dermatologist review of available laser and intense light home devices
Juhász ML, Levin MK, Marmur ES. Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. 2017.
This dermatologist-perspective review summarized available laser and intense light source home devices across indications including acne, scars, wrinkles, hair removal, and other cosmetic uses.
Evidence grade
indirect
Effect direction
mixed
Panel relevance
partially-replicable
Key findings
- The review is useful for consumer framing because it separates home-use device categories from office-based procedures.
- It supports the need to evaluate indication-specific evidence rather than assume one home light device works for every claim.
- It includes light-emitting diode, infrared, intense pulsed light, heat, and laser technologies, so red-light-only claims need narrower citations.
Protocol details
| Wavelengths | Not reported nm |
|---|---|
| Irradiance | Not reported mW/cm2 |
| Fluence | Not reported J/cm2 |
| Session time | Not reported minutes |
| Frequency | Device-specific |
| Duration | Device-specific |
| Treatment area | Skin and cosmetic indications |
| Device type | Home-use laser, LED, IPL, infrared, and related light devices |
Caveats
- This is a broad device review, not a red-light-only efficacy meta-analysis.
- Home-device safety and effectiveness depend on the specific device, indication, and user instructions.