The effects of narrowbands of visible light upon some skin disorders: a review

This review article focuses on clinical studies published in the fields of (i) photorejuvenation and anti‐ageing, (ii) oily or acne‐prone skin and related imperfections, (iii) skin pigmentation and lightening, (iv) dandruff and other Malassezia‐related skin disorders and (v) prevention and reversal...

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Published in:International journal of cosmetic science 2016-08, Vol.38 (4), p.325-345
Main Author: Greaves, A. J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
acne
dandruff
hair loss
Humans
LED
Light
Malessezia
melanogenesis
photo-rejuvenation
Phototherapy
Skin Aging
Skin diseases
Skin Diseases - therapy
Skin repair
Treatment Outcome
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Summary:This review article focuses on clinical studies published in the fields of (i) photorejuvenation and anti‐ageing, (ii) oily or acne‐prone skin and related imperfections, (iii) skin pigmentation and lightening, (iv) dandruff and other Malassezia‐related skin disorders and (v) prevention and reversal of hair loss using non‐thermal, non‐ablative devices (principally light‐emitting diodes). It mainly focuses on clinical proof of performance and also on in vitro studies that support the clinical findings. The mode of action of narrowbands of visible light upon the skin is only briefly discussed since their biological effects have been previously reviewed. Résumé Cet article établit une revue des études cliniques publiées dans les domaines (i) du photorajeunissement et de l'anti‐âge, (ii) de la peau grasse ou acnéique et des imperfections associées, (iii) de la pigmentation et de l’éclaircissement de la peau, (iv) des pellicules et des désordres associés à Malassezia et (v) de l'antichute et de la repousse du cheveu avec des appareils non‐thermiques et non‐destructifs (principalement les diodes électroluminescentes). L'article traite essentiellement de l'efficacité clinique et des résultats in vitro. Le mécanisme d'action des bandes étroites de lumière visible sur la peau n'est que brièvement abordé, certains effets biologiques ayant déjà été publiés. The effects of narrow bands of visible light upon some skin disorders.
ISSN:0142-5463
1468-2494
DOI:10.1111/ics.12305