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
Apoptosis
Mechanisms of Action
Apoptosis is the programmed death of cells, a natural biological process essential for tissue maintenance and health.
Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Mechanisms of Action
PGD2 is a compound believed to inhibit hair follicle growth in bald scalps.
Cytokines
Mechanisms of Action
Cytokines are small proteins involved in cell signaling that regulate immune responses, inflammation, and tissue repair throughout the body.
Hair Cycle Dysregulation
Mechanisms of Action
Hair cycle dysregulation refers to an imbalance in the natural phases of hair growth (anagen, catagen, telogen).
