What are androgen receptors?
Androgen receptors are proteins inside cells that bind to male hormones like testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), influencing hair follicle behavior and sensitivity.
These receptors are particularly abundant in scalp follicles and play a key role in male and female pattern hair loss. Overactivation can lead to miniaturization of hair follicles.
Red light therapy does not directly alter androgen receptor activity, but by improving cellular function and reducing inflammation, it may support hair growth in areas affected by hormonal signaling.
Related terms
Mitochondria
Mechanisms of Action
increasing ATP production and supporting improved cellular repair and regeneration.
Because hair follicles are highly energy-dependent
Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Mechanisms of Action
PGD2 is a compound believed to inhibit hair follicle growth in bald scalps.
Cytochrome c oxidase (CCO)
Mechanisms of Action
Cytochrome c oxidase (CCO) is a vital enzyme in the mitochondrial respiratory chain that drives ATP production.
Vasodilation
Mechanisms of Action
Vasodilation is the widening of blood vessels, resulting in increased blood flow to tissues.
