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Cosmetics Applications of Laser and Light-Based Systems
Introduces light-based systems to the personal care industry and explains possible effects on cosmetic marketplace
Gurpreet Ahluwalia (Author)
9780815515722
Hardback, published 16 December 2008
500 pages
22.9 x 15.1 x 3 cm, 1.28 kg
In recent decades, cosmetic science has found new high-potency, bioactive ingredients that produce visibly superior skin benefits to the consumer. Light-based devices, including lasers and intense-pulsed light systems, have been used for years in the treatment of cutaneous vascular and pigmented lesions, yet have only recently appeared in cosmetic applications, beauty salons and spas. Meanwhile, ever more research and development is being performed with the intent of bringing them to the home-use market. This book is the first to introduce a range of currently used, or under development, laser- and light-based technologies that will provide greater cosmetic benefits to the consumer. It explains the basic physics of light-based technologies, the bio-physical principles behind their mechanism of action, and their applications in many cosmetic procedures. The fundamentals of skin and hair physiology (relevant to the understanding of actions of various cosmetics) are also explained, as are: cosmeceuticals; topical drugs for cosmetic benefits; non-invasive and invasive options available for beauty treatments, and how all this fits in with the emerging light-based technologies. Individual chapters are devoted to the various skin and hair conditions where light-based systems are currently used. Treatments discussed include the rejuvenation and toning of damaged skin; skin resurfacing and microdermabrasion; hair removal and growth reduction; wrinkle reduction; acne treatment and cellulite. Finally, the book examines the synergy of cosmeceuticals and topical bioactive agents with light-based technologies, safety issues, a regulatory perspective for OTC marketing, and concludes with a discussion of the business aspects related to home-use of light-based devices.
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
Subject Areas: Applied optics [TTB], Industrial chemistry [TDC], Fashion & beauty industries [KNSX]
