Media reports show energy-based cosmetic treatment harms, gaps in regulation
Australian media reports from 2008 to 2023 highlight cases where consumers were harmed by non-ionising radiation cosmetic procedures such as laser hair removal and intense pulsed light therapy.
Spotlight on laser and other cosmetic treatments in new study
Monash University and the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) are supervising a groundbreaking new study investigating adverse effects of energy-based cosmetic treatments in Australia.
Calling cosmetic providers to participate in health study
ARPANSA and Monash University are seeking service providers to encourage their customers to participate in a study on health impacts of non-ionising radiation cosmetic treatments, such as laser hair removal.
Cosmetic radiation research opportunity
ARPANSA is pleased to be collaborating with Monash University to support a PhD opportunity to investigate injuries from cosmetic use of non-ionising radiation.
New guidance on safety of cosmetic laser and IPL
ARPANSA’s Dr Ken Karipidis chaired a committee of the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) to develop a statement on exposure to non-ionising radiation for cosmetic purposes.
Navigating radiation regulation
How is radiation regulated in Australia? It’s a common question, and unfortunately the answer isn’t as straightforward as it could be.
