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research Novel Approach to Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Females With Photobiomodulation (Low-Level Laser Therapy)

33 citations , March 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Low-level laser therapy effectively treats female hair loss, increasing hair count by 51%.

research Photobiomodulation for the management of hair loss

26 citations , December 2020 in “Photodermatology Photoimmunology & Photomedicine”

Photobiomodulation can improve hair density and thickness, but it's costly and needs more research.

research A Critical Assessment of the Evidence for Low-Level Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Hair Loss

32 citations , September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The evidence for using Low-Level Laser Therapy for hair loss is limited and more thorough research is needed.

research Examining the Safety and Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review of the Literature

11 citations , January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders”

Low-level laser therapy safely and effectively improves hair growth and coverage for male and female pattern hair loss.

research Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of androgenic alopecia: a review

41 citations , December 2017 in “Lasers in Medical Science”

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective treatment for common hair loss, but more research is needed to find the best power and wavelength for treatment.

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community Has anyone had luck with low-level laser therapy (LLLT) devices?

in Question 5 upvotes 8 years ago

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) devices may help thicken existing hair but are not effective for regrowing hair on bald areas. Users suggest sticking with finasteride, minoxidil, and dermapenning, as LLLT devices like Capillus are expensive and results are mixed.

community Recommended LLLT brand - looking for safe and reliable option

in Technology 7 upvotes 7 months ago

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is discussed as a supplementary treatment for hair loss, with users recommending brands like LaserCap, Ideatherapy, Capillus Pro, and iRestore Pro. Users suggest combining LLLT with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride for better results.

community Recent Study finds Laser caps are more effective than 5% minoxidil for AGA

in Research/Science 124 upvotes 2 years ago

Laser caps are found to be more effective than 5% minoxidil for treating hair loss, and when combined with minoxidil, they are even more effective. Some users report positive results with laser treatments, while others see no change; the devices are FDA approved, but opinions on their efficacy vary.

community Red light therapy - research says they work, reviews say they don't - Turns out commercial device are severely under-powered, so could this actually work?

in Technology 72 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of commercial Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) devices for hair growth, suggesting they are underpowered compared to the ideal energy output shown in medical research. A user plans to build a custom helmet that meets the required specifications for effective treatment.

community What do you guys think about my foundation?

in Treatment 7 months ago

The user had a hair transplant and uses oral minoxidil, a red laser therapy helmet, fish oil, collagen, and sardines for hair thinning but avoids finasteride due to side effect concerns. Many suggest these methods may not be effective long-term without a DHT blocker.

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