What is hair follicle miniaturization?
Hair follicle miniaturization is the progressive shrinking of hair follicles, resulting in thinner, shorter, and less pigmented hairs.
It is the primary mechanism behind androgenetic alopecia (AGA), where hormonal factors trigger a gradual decline in follicle health and hair production over time.
Red light therapy seeks to counteract miniaturization by improving mitochondrial function in scalp cells, stimulating ATP production, and promoting a more favorable environment for hair follicle repair and regrowth.
Related terms
Catagen phase
Biological Concepts
The catagen phase is a short transitional period in the hair growth cycle when active growth stops and the hair follicle prepares to shed.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
Biological Concepts
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a potent androgen hormone linked to hair follicle miniaturization and androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
Hair cycle
Biological Concepts
The hair cycle refers to the continuous process of hair growth, regression, rest, and shedding through the anagen, catagen, telogen, and exogen phases.
Telogen phase
Biological Concepts
The telogen phase is the resting stage of the hair cycle when hair follicles are dormant before shedding and renewing their growth cycle.
