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research Efficacy and Safety of Laser Therapy and Phototherapy in Cicatricial and NonCicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review Study

November 2024 in “Health Science Reports”

This systematic review found that light and laser therapies, including excimer and erbium-glass lasers, generally increase hair density and diameter in various types of alopecia, with particularly notable effects in androgenic alopecia but limited efficacy in telogen effluvium.

Efficacy and Safety of a Low-Level Laser Device in the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Multicenter, Randomized, Sham Device-Controlled, Double-Blind Study

research Efficacy and Safety of a Low-level Laser Device in the Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Multicenter, Randomized, Sham Device-controlled, Double-blind Study

147 citations , January 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

This study found that low-level laser treatment with the HairMax Lasercomb significantly increased terminal hair density in both men and women with pattern hair loss, with no serious adverse events reported.

research Guidelines on the safety of light‐based home‐use hair removal devices from the European Society for Laser Dermatology

26 citations , January 2012 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This article reviews light-based hair removal devices for home use, highlighting safety issues and the need for consistent international regulations and guidelines for their manufacture and marketing.

research Examining the Safety and Efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review of the Literature

11 citations , January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This study reviewed clinical trials and found that low-level laser therapy significantly increased hair diameter or density in both men and women with pattern hair loss compared to a sham device, though the involvement of industry relationships in some studies suggests cautious interpretation.

research Efficacy and safety of 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser versus long-pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser in treating enlarged facial pores

4 citations , August 2022 in “Lasers in medical science”

In this study, both 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser and long-pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser effectively reduced enlarged facial pores, with no significant difference in efficacy and minimal side effects, though the Nd:YAG laser had less severe side effects.

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community PP405 2a study was a safety study. Some rational explaining.

22 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the safety study of PP405, emphasizing that early trials focus on safety rather than efficacy, and that any efficacy data from such a short study should be viewed skeptically. It also highlights that the information released is primarily for securing funding, and that meaningful efficacy results are expected in later phases.

community Pelage have presented only phase 2a. The rest of phase 2 for PP405 will be presented at a later medical meeting

in Chat 30 upvotes 5 months ago

PP405's phase 2a trial results were presented, focusing on safety and pharmacokinetics, with a future meeting planned to share the full dataset. The trial includes a randomized controlled portion and an open-label extension, with no indication of phase 2B completion.

community (large post) Ambitious, "natural" treatment regime, suggestions thoughts or trolls welcome

3 upvotes 7 years ago

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 Pp405 trial question: will they test higher doses?

1 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses whether future trials for a hair loss treatment will test higher doses to improve effectiveness. It questions if current lower doses are for safety and if more effective doses will be tested later.

community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

14 upvotes 6 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.

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When can I wash my hair after a hair transplant? Wash your hair gently 24 to 72 hours after a hair transplant.

learn Low Level Laser Therapy

laser therapy for anti-inflammatory and likely insignificant hair regrowth effects

Can low level laser therapy be combined with topical treatments like minoxidil? Yes, low level laser therapy can be safely combined with minoxidil.
Is laser therapy safe to use at home, or should it always be done in a clinic? Laser therapy can be safe to use at home if using FDA-approved devices.
How does low level laser therapy actually stimulate hair growth? Low-level laser therapy stimulates hair growth by enhancing cellular energy production in hair follicles.
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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learn Neem Oil

natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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