What is insulin resistance?
Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to elevated blood glucose and hormonal imbalances. It is commonly associated with PCOS in women.
Insulin resistance can contribute to hair thinning by increasing androgen levels, which negatively affect follicular activity and accelerate miniaturization of hair follicles.
Red light therapy does not treat insulin resistance directly, but it can support healthier follicle function and potentially mitigate androgen-driven thinning when used alongside medical or dietary interventions.
Related terms
Scarring Alopecia
Clinical Applications
Scarring alopecia involves permanent hair loss caused by follicular scarring.
Emu Oil
Clinical Applications
Emu oil is a natural oil derived from the fat of the emu bird, rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids with anti-inflammatory properties.
Estrogen
Clinical Applications
Estrogen is a hormone that plays a critical role in regulating hair growth in women, particularly by prolonging the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle.
Finasteride
Clinical Applications
Finasteride is an oral prescription medication that blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
