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research 644 Response of distinct human dermal fibroblast lineages to visible radiation: Potential for differential light-based therapy

September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

This study found that while 450nm blue light can inhibit collagen and induce oxidative stress in dermal fibroblasts, 850nm near-infrared light may enhance metabolic activity without causing oxidative damage, suggesting potential for tailored light therapies in skin treatments.

research Visible red light enhances physiological anagen entry in vivo and has direct and indirect stimulative effects in vitro

35 citations , December 2014 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine”

This study found that red light accelerated the transition from the resting to growth phase in hair follicles faster than green and blue light in mice, suggesting it may stimulate hair growth.

research Photobiomodulation in Dermatology: Harnessing Light from Visible to Near Infrared

9 citations , January 2018 in “Medical research archives”

This review discusses the therapeutic use of photobiomodulation for various skin conditions, highlighting its efficacy in accelerating tissue repair, reducing inflammation, and treating pigmentary disorders and other skin diseases, but it reports no new clinical results.

research The growth of human scalp hair mediated by visible red light laser and LED sources in males

117 citations , September 2013 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine”

This study found that low level laser therapy at 655 nm significantly increased hair counts in males with androgenetic alopecia.

research Effects of Visible Light on the Skin^†

195 citations , January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology”

This review discusses the effects of visible light on human skin, highlighting its role in pigmentation, thermal damage, and the treatment of several skin conditions, while noting limited sunscreen protection against it; no new clinical results are reported.

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community venting about lack of visible results from the treatment

in Chat 20 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is frustrated with the lack of visible hair regrowth after 7-8 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, despite initial vellus hair growth. Others suggest patience, switching to oral minoxidil, or using additional treatments like dermastamping, microneedling, and red light therapy.

community Results from 272 diode Red Light Therapy hat exclusively.

254 upvotes 8 months ago

A user reported noticeable hair regrowth using a 272 diode red light therapy hat over 11 months without Minoxidil or Finasteride. Opinions vary on its effectiveness compared to traditional treatments, with some suggesting combining therapies for better results.

community 6 months fin, min, dermastamp, RLT

149 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, a dermastamp, and red light therapy for six months with no visible improvement since the three-month mark. Other users noted improvement, particularly in the left temple area, and encouraged the user to continue.

community March 1st and May 1st. Started treatment February 1st.

in Progress Pictures 17 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair density and color improved with 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, red light therapy, biotin, and microneedling. Visible results seen in 3 months.

community Bryan Johnson's email regarding hair loss and his protocol (including why he doesn't take Fin or Dut).

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 5 months ago

Hair loss treatments include topical and oral minoxidil, low-level laser light therapy, and peptide serums. Bryan Johnson avoids finasteride and dutasteride due to potential side effects, focusing instead on his own protocol with these treatments.

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learn Low Level Laser Therapy

Red-light devices, such as caps, combs and helmets, used on the scalp

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