Włos wrosty
Rokowania, prognozy i postęp choroby

Włos wrastający (pseudofolliculitis cutis, PFC) to przewlekłe zapalenie skóry wywołane reakcją na wrośnięty włos, którego patogeneza jest wieloczynnikowa, obejmując m.in. typ włosów, predyspozycje genetyczne oraz metody depilacji. Typowy czas gojenia zakażonego wrastającego włosa wynosi około 7-10 dni przy zachowaniu odpowiedniej higieny. Rokowanie zależy od przestrzegania zasad higieny, sposobu usuwania włosów, obecności infekcji oraz skłonności do nawrotów. Nieleczone lub nawracające przypadki mogą prowadzić do powikłań takich jak bliznowacenie, przebarwienia pozapalne oraz torbielowate zmiany przypominające trądzik.

Rokowanie w przypadku włosa wrastającego

Włos wrastający (pseudofolliculitis cutis, PFC) to przewlekłe zaburzenie skórne charakteryzujące się reakcją zapalną na wrośnięty włos. Mimo stosunkowo prostego czynnika wywołującego, jakim jest wrośnięty włos, patogeneza tego schorzenia jest złożona i może obejmować praktyki pielęgnacyjne, typ włosów, predyspozycje genetyczne oraz historię stosowanych leków1.

Naturalny przebieg choroby

Większość przypadków wrastających włosów ustępuje samoistnie bez konieczności podejmowania leczenia23. Typowy czas gojenia w przypadku zakażonego wrastającego włosa to około 7-10 dni, pod warunkiem utrzymywania odpowiedniej higieny4. Należy jednak pamiętać, że stan ten może początkowo ulec pogorszeniu w miarę odrastania włosa, zanim nastąpi poprawa5.

Czynniki wpływające na rokowanie

Na rokowanie w przypadku wrastających włosów wpływa kilka czynników:

  • Przestrzeganie zasad higieny – odpowiednie mycie miejsc dotkniętych problemem jest kluczowe dla poprawy stanu6
  • Metody usuwania włosów – modyfikacja sposobu usuwania owłosienia może znacząco poprawić rokowanie7
  • Obecność infekcji – zakażone wrastające włosy mogą wymagać dodatkowego leczenia8
  • Skłonność do nawrotów – częste nawroty mogą wskazywać na chorobę podstawową wymagającą specjalistycznego leczenia9

Powikłania długoterminowe

Częste występowanie wrastających włosów może prowadzić do kilku długotrwałych powikłań:

  • Blizny – powtarzające się przypadki wrastających włosów mogą prowadzić do bliznowacenia10
  • Przebarwienia pozapalne – mogą wystąpić zmiany w pigmentacji skóry po ustąpieniu stanu zapalnego11
  • Torbielowate zmiany podobne do trądziku – mogą się rozwinąć w miejscach często dotkniętych problemem wrastających włosów12

Rokowanie w zależności od metody leczenia

Wybór metody leczenia może znacząco wpłynąć na długoterminowe rokowanie pacjenta z wrastającymi włosami:

Leczenie zachowawcze

Większość przypadków wrastających włosów reaguje dobrze na leczenie zachowawcze obejmujące odpowiednią higienę i miejscowe preparaty dostępne bez recepty13. Jednak w przypadku braku poprawy lub nasilenia objawów może być konieczne zastosowanie bardziej zaawansowanych metod leczenia14.

Leczenie farmakologiczne

W przypadku zakażenia wrastającego włosa może być konieczne zastosowanie antybiotyków15. Ponadto, lekarz może przepisać retinoidy, które pomagają w naprawie przebarwień pozapalnych i zmniejszają ryzyko nawrotów16.

Laseroterapia

Laserowe usuwanie włosów jest uznawane za bezpieczną i skuteczną metodę długotrwałego rozwiązania problemu wrastających włosów u większości typów skóry17. Ta metoda usuwa włosy na głębszym poziomie niż golenie, woskowanie, wyrywanie pęsetą czy elektroliza, co znacząco zmniejsza ryzyko nawrotów18. Kluczowe jest jednak dopasowanie systemu laserowego i parametrów zabiegu do typu skóry pacjenta, aby zapewnić optymalne wyniki i zminimalizować ryzyko powikłań19.

Wskazania do konsultacji lekarskiej

Chociaż większość wrastających włosów ustępuje samoistnie, istnieją sytuacje, w których wskazana jest konsultacja z lekarzem:

  • Wrastający włos nie ustępuje samoistnie lub jest szczególnie dokuczliwy20
  • Objawy infekcji nasilają się lub nie ustępują pomimo podstawowej pielęgnacji21
  • Częste nawroty wrastających włosów, które mogą wskazywać na schorzenie podstawowe22
  • Rozwój zmian przypominających trądzik lub tkanki bliznowatej w miejscach dotkniętych problemem23

Prognozy długoterminowe

Długoterminowe rokowanie dla pacjentów z wrastającymi włosami jest zazwyczaj dobre, szczególnie przy wczesnej interwencji i odpowiednim leczeniu. Kluczowe jest zapobieganie nawrotom poprzez modyfikację praktyk usuwania włosów oraz szybkie reagowanie na pierwsze objawy infekcji24.

W przypadku przewlekłych lub nawracających wrastających włosów, które nie reagują na standardowe leczenie, lekarz może zadać pytanie, czy stan pacjenta jest prawdopodobnie tymczasowy czy przewlekły, co pomoże w opracowaniu długoterminowego planu leczenia25.

Podsumowując, odpowiednie podejście do leczenia wrastających włosów, obejmujące modyfikację praktyk usuwania włosów, leczenie objawowe za pomocą leków oraz w uzasadnionych przypadkach laserowe usuwanie włosów, może prowadzić do doskonałych długoterminowych wyników i znaczącej poprawy jakości życia pacjentów26.

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  1. 10.04.2026
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Materiały źródłowe

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    Pseudofolliculitis cutis (PFC) is a troublesome and potentially disfiguring cutaneous disorder characterized by a chronic inflammatory response to ingrown hair. […] Despite a simple precipitating stimulus, ingrown hair, PFC has a relatively complex aetiology that can involve grooming practices, hair type, genetic predisposition and medication history. […] Treatment options for PFC can be divided into three main categories: modifying hair removal practices, managing symptoms with medication, and long-term hair removal with laser therapy. […] Laser hair removal is safe and effective in most skin types and has become increasingly popular among dermatologists in the treatment of PFC. […] However, it is imperative that the laser system and parameters are specifically matched to the patient’s skin type.
  • #2 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
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    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    An ingrown hair will usually heal on its own, but you can visit a doctor if it is bothering you. […] If your ingrown hair does not go away, or it is bothering you, visit your doctor. […] Ingrown hairs often improve without treatment. […] If the ingrown hair becomes infected, you may need antibiotics. […] Talk to your doctor if you have a lot of ingrown hairs. […] If you often have ingrown hairs, this can cause scarring.
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    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
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    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
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    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25255890/
    Pseudofolliculitis cutis (PFC) is a troublesome and potentially disfiguring cutaneous disorder characterized by a chronic inflammatory response to ingrown hair. […] Despite a simple precipitating stimulus, ingrown hair, PFC has a relatively complex aetiology that can involve grooming practices, hair type, genetic predisposition and medication history. […] Treatment options for PFC can be divided into three main categories: modifying hair removal practices, managing symptoms with medication, and long-term hair removal with laser therapy. […] Laser hair removal is safe and effective in most skin types and has become increasingly popular among dermatologists in the treatment of PFC. […] However, it is imperative that the laser system and parameters are specifically matched to the patient’s skin type.
  • #8 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ingrown-hair
    An ingrown hair will usually heal on its own, but you can visit a doctor if it is bothering you. […] If your ingrown hair does not go away, or it is bothering you, visit your doctor. […] Ingrown hairs often improve without treatment. […] If the ingrown hair becomes infected, you may need antibiotics. […] Talk to your doctor if you have a lot of ingrown hairs. […] If you often have ingrown hairs, this can cause scarring.
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    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
  • #12 Ingrown hair – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
  • #13 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
  • #14 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ingrown-hair
    An ingrown hair will usually heal on its own, but you can visit a doctor if it is bothering you. […] If your ingrown hair does not go away, or it is bothering you, visit your doctor. […] Ingrown hairs often improve without treatment. […] If the ingrown hair becomes infected, you may need antibiotics. […] Talk to your doctor if you have a lot of ingrown hairs. […] If you often have ingrown hairs, this can cause scarring.
  • #16 Ingrown hair – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
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    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25255890/
    Pseudofolliculitis cutis (PFC) is a troublesome and potentially disfiguring cutaneous disorder characterized by a chronic inflammatory response to ingrown hair. […] Despite a simple precipitating stimulus, ingrown hair, PFC has a relatively complex aetiology that can involve grooming practices, hair type, genetic predisposition and medication history. […] Treatment options for PFC can be divided into three main categories: modifying hair removal practices, managing symptoms with medication, and long-term hair removal with laser therapy. […] Laser hair removal is safe and effective in most skin types and has become increasingly popular among dermatologists in the treatment of PFC. […] However, it is imperative that the laser system and parameters are specifically matched to the patient’s skin type.
  • #18 Ingrown hair – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
  • #19 Pseudofolliculitis cutis: a vexing disorder of hair growth – PubMed
    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25255890/
    Pseudofolliculitis cutis (PFC) is a troublesome and potentially disfiguring cutaneous disorder characterized by a chronic inflammatory response to ingrown hair. […] Despite a simple precipitating stimulus, ingrown hair, PFC has a relatively complex aetiology that can involve grooming practices, hair type, genetic predisposition and medication history. […] Treatment options for PFC can be divided into three main categories: modifying hair removal practices, managing symptoms with medication, and long-term hair removal with laser therapy. […] Laser hair removal is safe and effective in most skin types and has become increasingly popular among dermatologists in the treatment of PFC. […] However, it is imperative that the laser system and parameters are specifically matched to the patient’s skin type.
  • #20 Ingrown hair – treatment, symptoms, causes and prevention | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ingrown-hair
    An ingrown hair will usually heal on its own, but you can visit a doctor if it is bothering you. […] If your ingrown hair does not go away, or it is bothering you, visit your doctor. […] Ingrown hairs often improve without treatment. […] If the ingrown hair becomes infected, you may need antibiotics. […] Talk to your doctor if you have a lot of ingrown hairs. […] If you often have ingrown hairs, this can cause scarring.
  • #21 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ingrown-hair
    An ingrown hair will usually heal on its own, but you can visit a doctor if it is bothering you. […] If your ingrown hair does not go away, or it is bothering you, visit your doctor. […] Ingrown hairs often improve without treatment. […] If the ingrown hair becomes infected, you may need antibiotics. […] Talk to your doctor if you have a lot of ingrown hairs. […] If you often have ingrown hairs, this can cause scarring.
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    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
  • #24 Infected Ingrown Hair: Pictures, Treatment, Removal, and More
    https://www.healthline.com/health/infected-ingrown-hair
    Infected ingrown hairs can be uncomfortable, but most clear up on their own in 7 to 10 days with good hygiene. […] If ingrown hair infections recur or are severe, you may have an underlying condition that needs medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hair infections resolve in time with good hygiene, and over-the-counter creams may also help. […] If an infection develops and worsens, you may need medical treatment. […] Most ingrown hairs will resolve without treatment. […] If an infection is present, squeezing the bump may worsen it. […] Taking measures to prevent ingrown hairs and treating any infections promptly can help prevent these.
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    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/ingrown-hair/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373898
    Your health care provider is likely to diagnose ingrown hair by looking at your skin and asking about your hair removal habits. […] If you can’t go that long without removing your hair and other self-care techniques aren’t helping, your health care provider might recommend medications, laser-assisted hair removal or both. […] Your health care provider may prescribe certain medications to help manage your condition. […] A retinoid may also help repair any discoloration (postinflammatory hyperpigmentation). […] Your health care provider might recommend laser-assisted hair removal, which removes hair at a deeper level than does shaving, waxing, tweezing or electrolysis. […] If they start to see these acnelike bumps or little scar tissue like bumps, they should make sure that they’re washing appropriately. […] Is my condition likely temporary or chronic? […] Ingrown hair may worsen at first as the hair grows back. But eventually it improves.
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    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25255890/
    Pseudofolliculitis cutis (PFC) is a troublesome and potentially disfiguring cutaneous disorder characterized by a chronic inflammatory response to ingrown hair. […] Despite a simple precipitating stimulus, ingrown hair, PFC has a relatively complex aetiology that can involve grooming practices, hair type, genetic predisposition and medication history. […] Treatment options for PFC can be divided into three main categories: modifying hair removal practices, managing symptoms with medication, and long-term hair removal with laser therapy. […] Laser hair removal is safe and effective in most skin types and has become increasingly popular among dermatologists in the treatment of PFC. […] However, it is imperative that the laser system and parameters are specifically matched to the patient’s skin type.