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Eye protection: which for which Laser/IPL/RF devices
Eye protection: which for which Laser/IPL/RF devices
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| Modality / Laser | Wavelength(s) | Typical uses | Operator eyewear (example markings) | Example lens tint (NOT universal) | Example filters (examples only) | Patient eye protection | Key notes | Source URL(s) |
| CO₂ (Carbon Dioxide) laser (ablative resurfacing / fractional CO₂) | 10,600 nm (10.6 µm) | Ablative resurfacing, scars, wrinkles, blepharoplasty / periocular resurfacing | Example filters: OD 6+ to 8+ at 10,600 nm (verify device IFU); eyewear marked for 10,600 nm | Clear / very light (IR-blocking can look clear) | laservision P1G04 (Clear) / NoIR EC2 or ERB (Clear) | • External: IPL/laser opaque pads or goggles for non-periocular • Periocular/eyelid: **Metal corneal shields mandatory** + lubrication; avoid plastic shields |
High fire risk with dry drapes/hair. Use plume evacuation. Cover reflective instruments; use non-reflective instruments. Keep in standby when not firing. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Er:YAG (Erbium:Yttrium-Aluminium-Garnet) (ablative / fractional) | 2,940 nm (2.94 µm) | Ablative resurfacing, scars; periocular resurfacing (with shields) | Example filters: OD 4+ at 2,940 nm (verify device IFU) | Grey‑green or Clear (can appear lightly tinted) | laservision P1D09 (Grey-green) / NoIR ERB (Clear) | As above: opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular work | Strong absorption in water: eye hazard remains severe. Plume evacuation recommended. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Er,Cr:YSGG (Waterlase) (mostly dental, but listed for completeness) | 2,780 nm | Soft tissue ablation (dental); some medical niche uses | Verify IFU; example NoIR ERB includes 2,780 nm coverage | Clear | NoIR ERB (Clear) | Patient goggles/occlusive pads; intraocular shields if periocular exposure risk | Treat as high-hazard IR; ensure controlled area. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Thulium (fractional thulium) / “1927 nm” class devices | 1,927–2,008 nm (device-dependent) | Fractional resurfacing, dyschromia, photoaging (device-dependent) | Example filters in thulium/holmium/IR ranges (verify device IFU and wavelength) | Light blue / light grey | laservision P1M01 (Light blue) or T2K02 (Light grey) / Protect filter 0281 (Light grey) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular work | IR wavelengths may look ‘invisible’—harder to recognise emission. Strict key control. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://protect-laserschutz.de/en/shop/laser-safety-eyewear-ontor-filter-0281-frame-color-black-grey-suitable-also-for-spectacles-wearer~p1908 |
| Holmium:YAG (listed for completeness) | 2,080–2,100 nm | Urology/ENT; rare in aesthetics | Example filters: OD 5+ at ~2080 nm (verify IFU) | Light blue / grey‑green / light grey | laservision P1M01 (Light blue) or P1D09 (Grey-green) / Protect filter 0281 (Light grey) | As per procedure; in aesthetics use opaque pads/goggles | IR hazard; avoid reflective surfaces. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://protect-laserschutz.de/en/shop/laser-safety-eyewear-ontor-filter-0281-frame-color-black-grey-suitable-also-for-spectacles-wearer~p1908 |
| KTP / frequency-doubled Nd:YAG (“Green laser”) | 532 nm | Vascular/pigment (device-dependent), some tattoo | Example OD 6+ at 532 nm (verify IFU). | Orange / violet | laservision P1H06 (Violet) or P1E01 (Orange); NoIR ARG (Orange) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular work | Visible beam: high glare. Remove/cover mirrors and reflective jewellery. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Nd:YAG (long pulse) (vascular / hair / skin tightening) | 1,064 nm | Hair removal (esp darker skin), vascular lesions, tightening (device-dependent) | Example OD 7+ at 1,064 nm (verify IFU) | Light grey / amber / green / gold | laservision P1M02 (Light grey) / NoIR CYN (Green) or DBY (Amber) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular work | IR is invisible—do not rely on ‘brightness’ or lens darkness. Check markings. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Q‑Switched Nd:YAG (tattoo / pigment) and Picosecond Nd:YAG equivalents | 1,064 nm (often also 532 nm handpiece) | Tattoo removal, pigmented lesions | Example: OD 7+ @1064 nm; OD 8+ @532 nm for combo filters (verify IFU) | Orange (combo) / light grey or gold (1064-only) | laservision P1L02 (Orange; 532+1064) / P1L16 (Orange; 532+694+1064) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular tattoo removal | High peak powers → higher OD often required. Strict room access control. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf |
| Ruby (Q‑Switched) (tattoo/pigment) | 694 nm | Tattoo removal, pigmented lesions | Example OD 7+ to 8+ at 694 nm (verify IFU) | Mint green | laservision P1E03 (Mint green) / NoIR (see RB-series, varies) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular areas | Visible beam—high glare. Avoid reflective surfaces. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Alexandrite (long pulse) (hair removal / pigment) | 755 nm | Hair removal (lighter skin), pigmented lesions | Example OD 7+ at 755 nm (verify IFU) | Magenta / pink | laservision P1F01 (Magenta) / NoIR ALX (Pink) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields if periocular | Long wavelength can penetrate; eyelids alone are not adequate protection. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Diode (hair removal) (incl. “800–940 nm” class) | 800–940 nm (common: 808, 810, 940) | Hair removal; some vascular/pigment depending on wavelength | Example OD 8+ across 810–980 nm (verify IFU) | Light green / pink / amber | laservision P1L12 (Light green) / NoIR AXX or ALX (Pink) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields if periocular | Often class 4. IR is invisible; use controlled area + key control. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Diode (810–980) + Nd:YAG 1064 combo rooms (common in hair clinics) | 810–980 nm and 1,064 nm | Hair removal (multi-wavelength platforms) | Example OD 8+ across 810–980 and 1064 (verify IFU) | Light green | laservision P1L12 (Light green) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields for periocular hair/eyebrow work | If using multi-wavelength platform, eyewear must cover ALL wavelengths present. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf |
| Diode (405–460 nm) (blue) (listed for completeness) | 405–460 nm | Acne, photodynamic therapy activation (device-dependent) | Verify IFU; example filters cover 405–460 with high OD. | Gold / amber / orange | laservision P1P18 (Gold) / NoIR DIW (Amber) | Opaque pads/goggles | Blue light hazard and glare; consider additional blue-light face shield. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| HeNe / red aiming lasers; LLLT “hair loss” caps/helmets | 630–700 nm (common: 633, 650, 655) | Alignment beams; low-level light/laser therapy for alopecia | For low-power alignment: example OD 1.5+ (allows some visibility). For higher class devices: verify IFU. | Blue / teal | NoIR DIA (Blue) (190–395 + 630–700) | Opaque pads or patient goggles if required by device; ensure beam not directed at eyes | Even ‘low power’ devices can cause retinal injury if stared into. No direct viewing. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Pulsed Dye Laser (PDL) | 585–595 nm | Vascular lesions, erythema, scars (device-dependent) | Example OD 6.5+ at 585–595 (verify IFU) | Purple | NoIR DYE (Purple) filter | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular vascular work | Shorter wavelengths → retinal hazard. Strict eye protection is critical. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Yellow laser (577–579 nm) (listed for completeness) | 577–579 nm | Vascular lesions / retinal lasers (context-dependent) | Example OD 5+ at 577–579 (verify IFU) | Purple | NoIR TRC (Purple) filter | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular | Treat as retinal-hazard wavelength; avoid reflective surfaces. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Fractional ‘1550 nm’ class (Er:Glass / fiber) (listed for completeness) | 1540–1550 nm | Non-ablative fractional resurfacing | Example filters include 1540 range (verify IFU and OD) | Light blue / green | laservision P1M01 (Light blue) (includes 1540 nm) / NoIR IRD (Green; 820–1720) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular | IR invisible; key control. | https://www.uvex-laservision.de/media/cf/b5/37/1664273659/las_Kat_Med_gesamt_EN2_komp.pdf ; https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) / SHR (not a laser) | Broadband, commonly ~590–1200 nm (device-dependent). Operator filters often rated 190–1800 nm. | Hair reduction, photorejuvenation, pigment (device-dependent) | Use IPL-certified operator eyewear (ISO 12609 series) with appropriate shade level (2/3/5) per device IFU. | Often tinted (e.g., orange/brown/green depending on product & shade) | NoIR 3PL/5PL (Green) are broad-spectrum; many IPL operator glasses are ‘shade 3’ | Self-adhesive opaque pads or patient goggles; metal corneal shields if treating close to lids | Broad spectrum means ‘laser goggles’ for one wavelength are NOT sufficient unless rated for IPL range. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| RF (Radiofrequency) – monopolar/bipolar skin tightening | N/A (non-ionising RF energy) | Skin tightening, collagen remodelling | Laser eyewear not required; use standard PPE (splash goggles/face shield if risk of fluids/gel) | N/A | N/A | Eye protection if treating around eyes (gel + proximity); ensure no gel migration into eyes | Primary hazards: thermal burns, grounding/contact issues, implants (pacemakers/ICDs) per IFU. | |
| RF Microneedling (fractional RF) | N/A | Acne scars, skin texture, tightening | Laser eyewear not required; use standard PPE, sterile gloves; eye protection if splash risk | N/A | N/A | Ocular pads if working near eyes; avoid eye globe pressure; sterile draping | Primary hazards: needle stick/sharps, burns, infection control. Use single-use cartridges. | |
| General: Multi-platform devices (e.g., 532/755/1064 pico) | Multiple (e.g., 532, 755, 1064) — device-dependent | Tattoo removal, pigment, rejuvenation | Eyewear MUST cover ALL wavelengths used in that session; consider keeping separate eyewear sets per wavelength. | Often orange (532/1064) + magenta/pink (755) OR a multi-wavelength filter | NoIR TRI (Orange; 190–534, 720–770, 900–1080) / laservision per wavelength | Opaque pads/goggles; metal corneal shields for periocular treatments | Do not mix-and-match goggles; check markings every time. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Nd:YAG (1,320 nm / 1,340 nm) (listed for completeness) | 1,320–1,340 nm | Skin tightening, deeper dermal heating (device-dependent) | Use eyewear rated for the specific 1,3xx nm wavelength with OD/LB per IFU. | Green (many IR filters appear green) | NoIR IRD or IRD5 (Green; covers up to ~1720/1790 nm depending on filter) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular | IR invisible; do not rely on lens color alone—confirm markings include 1320/1340. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Diode 1,450 nm (acne) / 1,470 nm (listed for completeness) | 1,450–1,470 nm | Acne/sebaceous glands, niche dermatology | Use eyewear rated for 1450–1470 nm with OD/LB per IFU. | Green | NoIR IRD5 (Green; includes >1400–1750 band) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular | IR band; verify coverage includes the exact wavelength. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |
| Excimer UV (e.g., 193/248/308 nm) (listed for completeness) | 193 nm, 248 nm, 308 nm (device-dependent) | Ophthalmology (LASIK), dermatology (psoriasis) — typically not in aesthetics | Use UV-rated eyewear; example filter 0281 mentions Excimer and UV wavelengths + OD per listing. | Light grey | Protect-laser filter 0281 (Light grey) | As per specialty protocol; never direct at unprotected eyes | UV hazard includes photokeratitis and skin injury. Controlled area required. | https://protect-laserschutz.de/en/shop/laser-safety-eyewear-ontor-filter-0281-frame-color-black-grey-suitable-also-for-spectacles-wearer~p1908 |
| Nd:YAG harmonics (266 nm / 355 nm) (listed for completeness) | 266 nm, 355 nm | Scientific/industrial; some dermatology/pigment systems use 355 nm | Use eyewear rated for UV 266/355 with OD/LB per IFU. | Light grey | Protect-laser filter 0281 (mentions 266 & 355 coverage) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular | UV invisible; high photochemical hazard—strict PPE. | https://protect-laserschutz.de/en/shop/laser-safety-eyewear-ontor-filter-0281-frame-color-black-grey-suitable-also-for-spectacles-wearer~p1908 |
| Argon / Blue-Green (listed for completeness) | 488 nm (blue), 514 nm (green) | Ophthalmology, research; rare in aesthetics | Use eyewear covering blue/green bands with OD per IFU. | Orange / amber | NoIR ARG (Orange; covers up to 532 nm) / NoIR DIW (Amber) | Opaque pads/goggles; metal shields periocular if needed | Retinal-hazard visible wavelengths. Avoid mirrors and reflective surfaces. | https://lasersafetyaustralia.com.au/index.php/eyewear/22-noir-lasershield-filter-colours |