research Alternative Therapies for Vitiligo
Some alternative therapies for vitiligo show promise but need more research.
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research Low-level light-assisted photodynamic therapy using a wearable cap-like device for the treatment of actinic keratosis of the scalp
A wearable cap-like device using light therapy reduced scalp skin lesions by 71% and was painless.
research Insights in Trichoscopy: The Utility of Ultraviolet‐Induced Fluorescence Dermoscopy in Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata and Tinea Capitis in the Pediatric Population
UVFD helps quickly diagnose hair loss conditions in children.
research Enhancement of skin rejuvenation and hair growth through novel near-infrared light emitting diode (nNIR) lighting: in vitro and in vivo study
Near-infrared LED light improves skin rejuvenation and hair growth better than white LED light.
research Cardio-light: nitric oxide uncaged
Low-level laser therapy using near-infrared light may help heart conditions and promote healing by releasing nitric oxide.
research 43665 Participant Satisfaction Survey Outcomes in a Comparative At-Home Photobiomodulation Device Study for Hair Loss
People were generally happy with the home light therapy devices for hair loss.
research Platelet-rich plasma, a promising adjunctive treatment for vitiligo: A case report
Platelet-rich plasma may improve vitiligo treatment when used with phototherapy.
research Focal resolution of alopecia areata in response to potential smartwatch-mediated photobiomodulation
Smartwatch light therapy may help regrow hair in alopecia areata.
research Novel Approach to Treating Androgenetic Alopecia in Females With Photobiomodulation (Low-Level Laser Therapy)
Low-level laser therapy effectively treats female hair loss, increasing hair count by 51%.
research Combination of Low-Level Laser Therapy and Autologous Exosome Therapy in Hair Growth; Case Series
Combining low-level laser therapy and exosome therapy promotes hair growth.
research Clinically Significant Axial Shortening in Myopic Children After Repeated Low-Level Red Light Therapy: A Retrospective Multicenter Analysis
Low-level red light therapy can shorten eye length in some myopic children.
research Transcranial photobiomodulation for brain diseases: review of animal and human studies including mechanisms and emerging trends
Light therapy on the brain shows promise for treating brain diseases and improving brain function.
research Using high-intensity phototechnology as a method of treating mild to severe diffuse alopecia
High-intensity phototechnology, especially with other treatments, effectively improves quality of life for diffuse alopecia patients.
research Development of a low-cost device for photobiomodulation using 3D printing
A low-cost, 3D-printed light therapy device is safe and effective but needs more testing before use on people.
research Effects of Acute UVB on Retinoid Metabolism
UVB exposure increases skin proteins for retinoic acid synthesis and shifts their location, possibly affecting skin repair.
research CHARACTERIZATION OF PHOTOSENSITIZING EFFECTS BY TOPICAL DELIVERY OF ALPHA-TERTHIENYL AND UVA
Topical alpha-terthienyl with UVA may safely treat psoriasis without cancer risk.
research Clinical Safety and Efficacy of Dual Wavelength Low-Level Light Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study
Dual wavelength LED caps can safely increase hair density in androgenetic alopecia.
research Design and Clinical Assessment of a Non-Invasive, Low-Power Laser Irradiation System for Post-Hysterectomy Genitourinary Rehabilitation in Cervical Cancer Patients
The laser system can safely improve recovery and quality of life for cervical cancer patients after surgery.
research Treatment of Vitiligo With the 308-nm Xenon Chloride Excimer Laser
The 308-nm excimer laser is a promising treatment for vitiligo with varying success and mild side effects.
research 465 Multicenter prospective study on the efficacy of narrowband ultraviolet B treatment and its effect on quality of life, anxiety, depression in plaque psoriasis patients
Narrowband Ultraviolet B treatment can significantly reduce anxiety in psoriasis patients, but it doesn't significantly affect depression.
research Editorial: Advances and novel intervention in photodermatology
New insights into skin damage from UV exposure suggest potential treatments, including targeting specific RNAs and combining therapies for better outcomes.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Low-level light therapy for androgenetic alopecia: a 24-week, randomized, double-blind, sham device-controlled multicenter trial.
Low-level light therapy significantly increased hair density and thickness in people with hair loss, but they didn't notice a difference.
research Correspondence
Bath PUVA therapy works well for a skin condition without as many cancer risks and is cheaper, and iron deficiency might not cause female hair loss.
research Excimer Light versus Combination of Tacrolimus and Excimer Light in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Combining tacrolimus with excimer light is more effective for treating alopecia areata than using excimer light alone.
research Chapter 54 Bright New World
Low-level light therapy can help with hair growth and preventing hair loss.
research Blue Light in Dermatology
Blue light can help treat skin conditions like eczema and acne without major side effects.
research Treatment of Refractory Segmental Vitiligo and Alopecia Areata in a Child with Upadacitinib and NB-UVB: A Case Report
Upadacitinib and narrowband UVB effectively treated a child's vitiligo and alopecia areata.
research A single-center, prospective, open-label, pilot study of the safety, local tolerability, and efficacy of ultraviolet-C (UVC) phototherapy for the treatment of great toenail onychomycosis
Trichoscopy is a helpful and quick method to diagnose hair loss without shaving.
research Profiling the Response of Human Hair Follicles to Ultraviolet Radiation
UVB radiation harms hair growth and health, causing cell death and other changes in human hair follicles.