What are cytokines?
Cytokines are small proteins involved in cell signaling that regulate immune responses, inflammation, and tissue repair throughout the body.
In the scalp, certain pro-inflammatory cytokines can disrupt the hair growth cycle and contribute to hair loss, particularly in autoimmune or inflammatory conditions.
Red light therapy may help balance cytokine activity by reducing inflammatory signaling and promoting a more favorable environment for healthy hair growth.
Related terms
Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Mechanisms of Action
Hair follicle stem cells are undifferentiated cells located in the bulge region of the follicle.
Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Mechanisms of Action
PGD2 is a compound believed to inhibit hair follicle growth in bald scalps.
T-Cells
Mechanisms of Action
T-cells are immune cells involved in targeting infected or abnormal tissues.
Cytochrome c oxidase (CCO)
Mechanisms of Action
Cytochrome c oxidase (CCO) is a vital enzyme in the mitochondrial respiratory chain that drives ATP production.
