Alternative Therapies for Hair Loss: Stem Cells, Oils, and Laser Treatment

    August 2025 in “ Dermatological Reviews
    William Abou Shahla, Rose‐Mary Daou, Dana Saade
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    TLDR Stem cells, natural oils, and laser therapy may help hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
    This review explores alternative therapies for hair loss, focusing on stem cell-based treatments, natural oils, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT). Stem cell interventions, particularly those using adipose-derived, hair follicle, and induced pluripotent stem cells, have shown improvements in hair density and thickness through mechanisms like paracrine signaling and angiogenesis. Natural oils, such as rosemary and pumpkin seed oil, promote hair regrowth through anti-inflammatory and hormonal modulation effects. LLLT has potential for hair growth by stimulating the Wnt/β-catenin pathway and enhancing scalp blood flow, though results vary across studies. These treatments generally have minimal adverse effects and moderate patient satisfaction. Despite their promise, further standardized, long-term clinical trials are needed to confirm efficacy and establish consistent treatment protocols.
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