: a synthetic yttrium aluminum garnet of marked hardness and high refractive index that is used especially as a gemstone and in laser technology
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These lasers, especially the Nd:YAG, is the latest technology which can hyperfocus on the hair follicle rather than the skin complexion.
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India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
Carbon dioxide and Er:YAG fractional lasers are the two most popular styles.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2023
The diode and Nd:YAG lasers, however, have longer wavelengths and generally bypass pigment in the skin.
—Jessica Cruel, SELF, 25 Jan. 2022
India Espy-Jones, Essence, 1 Sep. 2023
Carbon dioxide and Er:YAG fractional lasers are the two most popular styles.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 21 Apr. 2023
The diode and Nd:YAG lasers, however, have longer wavelengths and generally bypass pigment in the skin.
—Jessica Cruel, SELF, 25 Jan. 2022
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Word History
Etymology
yttrium aluminum garnet
First Known Use
1964, in the meaning defined above
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“YAG.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/YAG. Accessed 25 Sep. 2023.
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