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laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects
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5 / 1000+ results![A Randomized Controlled, Single-Observer Blinded Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% Versus Topical Minoxidil 5% Alone in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia](/images/research/1c25a6e8-c17c-45aa-ab66-f7d4170b92a2/small/26960.jpg)
research A Randomized Controlled, Single-Observer Blinded Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% Versus Topical Minoxidil 5% Alone in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Using a laser helmet with Minoxidil works better for male hair loss than Minoxidil alone, with no extra side effects.
![Efficacy assessment for low-level laser therapy in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a real-world study on 1383 patients](/images/research/0ed0d2d7-3372-40c4-8acc-64973abb8fc4/small/5598.jpg)
research Efficacy assessment for low-level laser therapy in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia: a real-world study on 1383 patients
Low-level laser therapy is about 80% effective in treating hair loss, with best results in males, those who use it for over a year, and those with scalp conditions like dandruff and rash.
![A Review of Hand-Held, Home-Use Cosmetic Laser and Light Devices](/images/research/9be86384-aabf-41d9-9b56-39a6e3795abe/small/18687.jpg)
research A Review of Hand-Held, Home-Use Cosmetic Laser and Light Devices
Home-use cosmetic laser and light devices show modest results for hair removal and acne treatment, but more research is needed for confirmation.
![LLLT Part 3: Critically Assessing Recent Published LLLT Device Trials: Limitations, Recommendations, and Conclusions](/images/research/4ad93975-5227-4cef-8485-cca053fe21fc/small/23066.jpg)
research LLLT Part 3: Critically Assessing Recent Published LLLT Device Trials: Limitations, Recommendations, and Conclusions
The review concluded that better studies are needed to prove if Low-Level Laser Therapy devices for hair growth really work.
![Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in Thai men and women: a 24-week, randomized, double-blind, sham device-controlled trial](/images/research/6d0bcb9a-8547-45a4-bad9-e30e7cff2766/small/4590.jpg)
research Low-level laser therapy for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in Thai men and women: a 24-week, randomized, double-blind, sham device-controlled trial
LLLT promotes hair growth and improves hair density safely in men and women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity My Hair Loss Journey and Warnings About Finasteride
User experienced hair loss and tried Minoxidil, laser helmet, and Finasteride. Finasteride caused depression and sexual side effects, but user had a successful hair transplant.
community (large post) Ambitious, "natural" treatment regime, suggestions thoughts or trolls welcome
The post discusses a hair loss treatment regime using Nizoral, a laser helmet, dermaroller, bentonite clay mask with essential oils, and ketoconazole shampoo. The user avoids finasteride and minoxidil due to concerns about side effects and pet safety.
community My current regimen for MPB
The user is treating hair loss with dermarolling, a laser helmet, scalp massages, and Nizoral. They stopped using minoxidil and finasteride and are considering pumpkin seed oil and sulforaphane.
community Am I throwing too much at my hair ?
User has been using minoxidil for 5 years and recently started finasteride, 2% nizoral shampoo, low light level laser helmet, microneedling, and biotin supplement to prepare for a hair transplant. Another user suggests it's not too much and mentions additional treatments like dutasteride, oral min, RU, and pyrilutamide.
community Just started finasteride...
The user started finasteride again, using it every other day, along with a laser helmet, inversion massage, and various supplements. They are considering Minoxidil but had a bad reaction previously and plan to get hair grafts.