LED red light therapy for hair loss
Celluma RESTORE is the first 3-mode LED light therapy device with FDA.
Celluma RESTORE is first FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) approved LED red light therapy device with 3 modes for three problems: Hair loss, skin aging and acne. The versatile, convenient device is easy to use and is suitable for use in the clinic or at home. The patented bendable design allows it to be customized to fit the shape of the head so that the red light energy is delivered as effectively as possible to stimulate hair growth.
Extensive areas of application
The Celluma RESTORE can be used to treat hair loss and acne and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Low level light therapy (LLLT) is a proven, effective and safe treatment method for hair growth promotion, skin rejuvenation and acne. LED red light therapy devices are FDA approved for the treatment of hair loss in both men and women. The light therapy can help to increase the hair follicles and prevent the transition to the catagen phase (end of active hair growth).
Causes of hair loss
Hair loss can have many causes. It can be genetic, stress or nutritional. Taking certain medications can also lead to hair loss. Below is a brief overview of what happens when hair loss becomes a problem.
In natural hair loss, the hair is shed, but the hair follicle, which anchors the hair in the skin, remains intact. At the bottom of each follicle sits the so-called hair bulb, which contains a well-perfused connective tissue - the papilla - sheathed by the matrix. This is where the hair growth process begins.
Our hair is made of keratin, a protein that forms the hair shaft. If all these parts of the hair puzzle are not functioning optimally, then the conditions for healthy hair growth are not optimal either.
Who suffers from hair loss?
Hair loss can be temporary or permanent. It can be hereditary, hormonal or disease-related. It is generally a normal part of the aging process and affects both men and women.
Hair loss in men
Hereditary hair loss, known as androgenetic alopecia (AGA), is the most common form of male hair loss, accounting for 95% of all cases. According to scientific findings, more than two-thirds of American men suffer from hair loss by the age of 35. By the age of 50, 85% of men already have thinning hair.
Androgenetic alopecia is a common form of hair loss. It leads to the reduction of hair follicles, starting at the forehead and temples. In the USA, about 35 million men struggle with hair loss.
While many men now stand by their baldness according to the motto "Bald is beautiful," others suffer from their baldness and are extremely unhappy with their appearance, especially when hair loss begins at a young age. Because of possible negative effects on interpersonal relationships and career opportunities, many sufferers are desperate for a remedy.
The result is a thriving market for hair restoration solutions. Light therapy, as a complement to existing treatments and procedures (prescription drugs, autologous blood plasma (PRP), stem cells, surgical hair transplantation), can maximize hair growth.
Drug options for hair loss include minoxidil (Rogaine®) and finasteride, also known by the trade name Propecia. Surgical hair transplantation, on the other hand, is expensive, which is why many sufferers look for a painless alternative without taking medication in order to avoid unwanted side effects.
Hair loss in women
Hair loss is not a purely male problem. A large proportion of people affected by hair loss are women, but most of them suffer silently. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 40% of women suffer from visible hair loss by the age of 40. While men have numerous hair loss products and procedures to choose from, women rely on hair thickening shampoos and supplements containing collagen.
Hair loss can affect women's mental and emotional well-being and affect their self-esteem. For many women, this is a life-changing experience. But women's silent suffering is over now.
Why does hair loss occur?
Hair loss is usually due to one or more of the following factors:
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Excessive hair loss on the head is generally referred to as complete hair loss or baldness. Hereditary hair loss is the most common form of excessive hair loss at an advanced age. Some people prefer to let their hair loss run its course. They do nothing about it and do not hide it. Others try to hide it through hairstyle, with make-up or under head coverings. Today, many sufferers take advantage of FDA-approved red light therapy devices to promote hair growth and prevent further hair loss.
Photobiomodulation effect by red light
According to scientific findings, photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) with wavelengths in the visible red spectrum can noticeably stimulate cells so that normal cell function is restored. Hair follicle stem cells (HFSCs) are responsible for cyclic hair growth. It is believed that the red light energy emitted during low-level light therapy (LLLT) can stimulate hair growth through PBMT by increasing the proliferation of keratinocytes and fibroblasts, inhibiting nitric oxide (NO), and counteracting the development of inflammation. (3-6)
What does research say about red light therapy and hair regrowth?
The effect of red light therapy on hair growth, scalp and hair follicles has been investigated in various studies. A February 2014 paper on low-level light therapy for the treatment of hair loss ("Low-level Light Therapy (LLLT) for Treatment of Hair Loss") states, "LLLT was discovered by chance in the 1960s when previously shaved mice were found to regrow hair faster after irradiation with a low-energy density red laser. Since then, LLLT has shown promise in everything from wound healing to stroke aftercare, and from treating musculoskeletal pain to preventing mucositis. Meanwhile, a growing body of animal and human data supports the suggestion of the hair-growth-promoting effects of this therapy (Table 1). LLLT appears to improve a number of non-scarring alopecias - AGA, AA, and chemotherapy-induced alopecia. From studies demonstrating the effects of LLLT on graft survival, it can also be suggested that LLLT may also be effectively used immediately after surgical hair transplantation to aid the healing process and improve graft viability and growth [60,61]. More mechanisms are still being discovered. For example, LLLT may be able to increase the number of anagen hairs by releasing NO through CcO (cytochrome c oxidase) (photodissociation). In AA, it may be able to reduce inflammation. However, further studies are needed to optimize treatment parameters and investigate the long-term efficacy and safety of new LLLT technologies. Previous studies on the hair growth-promoting effect of LLLT have mostly used wavelengths from 635 to 650 nm; the effect of wavelengths in the near-infrared range, such as 810 nm, which penetrate deeper than red light, remains unexplored. The effectiveness of different light sources (continuous vs. pulsed light) and types of light delivery (laser vs. LED) also remains to be comparatively studied."
A study published in September 2021 on different options for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia ("Treatment options for androgenetic alopecia: efficacy, side effects, compliance, financial considerations, and ethics") states, "The literature suggests that light therapy alone or in combination with topical/oral therapies is a safe method of treating AGA in male and female patients. Light therapy has an excellent side effect profile, and there are no contraindications to its use, although caution is advised in patients with dysplastic lesions of the scalp."
"Light therapy is ideal for patients who prefer noninvasive options or whose schedules do not allow for regular in-office treatments. These devices can be self-administered at home and controlled by a mobile app that also measures daily therapy adherence."
Is Celluma RESTORE right for you?
Whether light therapy is the right solution is determined by the Norwood-Hamilton scheme in men and the Ludwig-Savin scale in women. Celluma is not approved by the FDA for the treatment of the stages of hair loss grayed out in either system.
Celluma RESTORE
| - counteracts hair loss |
| - Rejuvenates aging skin |
| - Prevents further hair loss |
| - counteracts typical male and female baldness (androgenetic alopecia) |
| - is non-toxic and non-invasive |
| - is painless |
Fitzpatrick skin types
The Celluma RESTORE LED red light therapy system is indicated for men and women with skin types I-IV. If you suffer from hereditary hair loss and have skin type V-VI according to Fitzpatrick, then the Celluma RESTORE LED Red Light Therapy System is NICht for you.
As a complement to existing treatments and procedures (medications, autologous blood plasma (PRP), stem cells, surgical hair transplantation), light therapy can improve treatment results and increase hair growth. Dermatologists and physicians specializing in hair restoration can diagnose and recommend appropriate treatments*. Light therapy devices can be used effectively alone or in combination with medications or external applications to optimize hair regrowth.
The potential adverse side effects of light therapy are minimal
(Hamblin 2014).
Red light for hair growth and against baldness
The LED red light therapy devices are FDA approved for the treatment of hair loss in both men and women. Numerous studies show that light therapy can promote hair regrowth in hereditary hair loss, with minimal unwanted side effects.
Light therapy for hair regrowth can be effectively used alone or in combination with medications or external applications to optimize hair regrowth. Dermatologists and physicians who specialize in hair restoration can diagnose and recommend appropriate treatments. Affected individuals should consult their physician, who can make a correct diagnosis and decide if light therapy is right for their particular type of hair loss.
Light therapies can be performed not only in the clinic. You can also purchase a suitable LED device yourself and continue the treatment in the comfort of your own home. Moreover, light therapy is non-invasive, non-toxic and painless.
In a meta-analysis ofnon-surgical methods of treatment for hereditary hair loss ("Efficacy of non-surgical treatments for androgenetic alopecia: a systematic review and network meta-analysis," A.K. Gupta, et al., © 2018 European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology), when comparing red light therapy with six of the most common non-surgical options (dutasteride (0.5 mg), finasteride (1 mg), minoxidil (2%), minoxidil (5%), and platelet-rich plasma (PRP)) for the treatment of hereditary hair loss in both men and women, states, "In terms of relative effects, LLLT proves to be the superior treatment."
The Celluma RESTORE now offers women and men a non-invasive, toxin-free solution to many forms of hair loss (reference chart). Call today and let a clinical specialist explain how a single device - Celluma RESTORE - can help with hair restoration and skin rejuvenation.
The Celluma RESTORE is FDA approved
- for the treatment of hereditary hair loss and to promote hair growth in men with Norwood-Hamilton classification from IIa to V and in women with Ludwig-Savin scale I-1 to I-4, II-1, II-2 or frontal hair loss; both with Fitzpatrick skin type I to IV,
- for skin rejuvenation (wrinkle treatment).
The device measures a total of 40 x 20 cm for a treatment area of 35 x 15 cm.
Protocol for the treatment of hair loss:
For best results, use Celluma RESTORE every other day for 16 weeks.
- Duration of each treatment: 30 min.
- Before treatment, make sure that the hair and scalp are clean.
- Before treatment, make sure that the hair and scalp are completely dry.
- Part hair before exposure to expose affected areas.
Here, the Celluma RESTORE is placed over the head to treat thinning hair from the forehead to the back, and the Celluma PRO is placed in the usual C-shape to treat the face. Celluma RESTORE and Celluma PRO are two different devices that are sold separately.
*Sufferers should first consult their physician before changing any existing treatment routine or medication.
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