4 citations,
August 2015 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Both fixed and incremental laser treatments effectively reduced underarm hair, but the fixed method was less painful.
7 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Home-use lasers and IPL devices are unlikely to directly cause paradoxical hair growth; it may be linked to inflammation or hormonal issues.
65 citations,
March 2016 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Most low-level light therapy studies did not accurately report how light was measured, affecting treatment reliability.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blue light helps hair growth by affecting specific proteins in hair follicle cells.
Low Level Laser Therapy may improve noise-induced hearing loss.
39 citations,
June 2017 in “Scientific Reports” Different lab conditions and light treatment methods change how human skin cells respond to light therapy.
33 citations,
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.
9 citations,
January 2005 in “Experimental dermatology” Melatonin receptors in hair follicles help regulate hair growth and could treat hair loss.
106 citations,
July 2013 in “Advances in wound care” UV radiation can help sterilize wounds and promote healing but requires careful use to avoid damaging cells.
10 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The home-use IPL device effectively reduced hair and delayed its regrowth after six months of use, with users happy and no negative side effects.
2 citations,
November 2018 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Chamomile extract can protect hair from damage caused by light.
70 citations,
April 2017 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” Blue light promotes hair growth by interacting with specific receptors in hair follicles.
36 citations,
April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” Photobiomodulation may help with hair growth and wound healing, but research is inconsistent and needs better quality studies.
1 citations,
July 2020 in “Dermatology” Photobiomodulation helps reduce pain, lessen inflammation, heal wounds, and can be used in skin treatments. It also boosts hair growth in women with hair loss and may help fight microbes and prevent respiratory issues in COVID-19.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” miR-486 may help prevent hair loss in alopecia areata.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Blue light can help hair grow by affecting certain receptors in hair follicles.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mitochondrial dysfunction may contribute to chronic inflammation and immune system issues in Lichen planopilaris.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Ginseng and Albizia extracts may help prevent age-related hair thinning.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Biotrinine® may be an effective treatment for chronic hair loss.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The research concluded that hyaluronic acid affects the formation and growth of hair follicle-like structures in a lab setting.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair follicle cells change their DNA packaging during growth cycles and when grown in the lab.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Aging causes sweat glands to shrink and move upward, leading to less elastic skin and more wrinkles.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Aging causes sweat glands to shrink, leading to skin issues, and blue light can help hair grow.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” BMPs are crucial for hair growth and their decrease by androgens leads to hair loss.
10 citations,
September 2022 in “Journal of Biophotonics” Blue light therapy is safe for skin and may protect against UV radiation.
Melatonin and photobiomodulation are effective for treating Alopecia X in German Spitz dogs.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Case Reports and Images” Combining microneedling with light therapy increased hair density by 26% in men.
13 citations,
December 2013 in “Chemistry Central Journal” Sunlight exposure increases drug toxicity; amber glass best for protection.
2 citations,
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Environmental factors and exposure to toxins may contribute to male infertility by affecting sperm and hormone function.
March 2017 in “Trichology and cosmetology:” Cosmetic procedures can improve skin appearance and boost confidence.