TLDR Red light therapy may help rejuvenate skin and regrow hair.
The review explores the potential of red light photobiomodulation (PBM) as a method to reverse skin aging and treat various conditions. It highlights studies demonstrating the efficacy of red light in improving skin healing, reducing scarring, and treating acne. The review also discusses the mechanism of action of PBM, which involves stimulating cellular processes to promote tissue repair and regeneration. Additionally, the document references research on the use of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) for hair growth, indicating positive outcomes in treating hair loss conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Overall, the literature suggests that red light PBM and LLLT are promising non-invasive treatments for skin rejuvenation and hair regrowth.
January 2024 in “Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy” Using minoxidil with laser therapy is more effective for female hair loss than minoxidil alone.
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January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective method for skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, wound healing, body contouring, and hair growth, but more well-designed trials are needed for confirmation.
20 citations
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July 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” Using micro-needling, low-level laser therapy, and platelet-rich plasma together significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
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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.
34 citations
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September 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Light therapy can stimulate hair growth and is more effective when started early, but more research is needed on its long-term effects and optimal use.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Light-based treatment, Photobiomodulation, shows promise for non-invasive skin therapy with few side effects.
31 citations
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August 2022 in “Frontiers in Oncology” Photobiomodulation therapy helps manage cancer treatment side effects but needs more research for optimization.
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October 2020 in “Lasers in Medical Science” LLLT helps treat hair loss by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and stimulating growth factors.
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November 2020 in “Optics and Laser Technology” LED light therapy is effective for skin and hair treatments but requires careful use to minimize risks.
