Is There a Role for Radiofrequency Devices in Hair?

    January 2023 in “ Skin Appendage Disorders ”
    Colin Kincaid, Nadine Ben Romdhane, Ella A Csuka, Ajay Sharma, Margit Juhász, Natasha Atanaskova Mesinkovska
    TLDR Radiofrequency devices can help remove or grow hair, but more research is needed.
    The review article examines the potential of radiofrequency (RF) devices in treating hair loss and promoting hair growth. It discusses various studies and clinical trials, concluding that while RF technology shows promise in stimulating hair growth and improving hair density, more extensive and controlled studies are needed to establish standardized protocols and confirm long-term benefits. The review also highlights the dual role of RF devices in both hair removal and hair growth, noting their effectiveness in hair removal when combined with intense pulsed light (IPL) and their potential in stimulating hair growth in conditions like androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata. However, further research is necessary to fully understand the mechanisms and efficacy of RF devices in these applications.
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