• C M Littler.
• Division of Dermatology and Cutaneous Surgery, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation, La Jolla, California 92037, USA.
• Dermatol Surg. 1997 Aug 1; 23 (8): 705-7.

BackgroundHypertrichosis lanuginosa congenita (HLC) is a cutaneous disorder marked by diffuse lanugo-like hair present at birth. Although affected individuals are usually healthy, the excessive hair creates an extraordinary appearance. Permanent eradication of their superfluous hair is therefore a priority. However, a procedure that would achieve this objective is not currently available.ObjectiveTo evaluate the efficacy of a new laser technique for hair reduction in a patient with HLC.MethodsSelected sites were repeatedly treated with a neodymium:YAG (Nd:YAG) laser subsequent to application of a topical carbon-based solution.ResultsForty to eighty percent hair reduction was noted in the sites treated.ConclusionTopical solution-assisted Q-switched Nd:YAG laser hair removal is a safe and effective method for reducing hair density in cases of extensive hypertrichosis. It is an attractive method for children because the low fluences used minimize the associated pain.

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