What is oxidative stress?
Oxidative stress is a condition where an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants leads to cellular damage.
Chronic oxidative stress can impair hair follicle function, contributing to conditions like telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
Red light therapy helps mitigate oxidative stress by boosting mitochondrial antioxidant defenses, supporting healthier hair follicle environments resistant to damage.
Related terms
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
Mechanisms of Action
ATP is the primary energy-carrying molecule found in the cells of all living organisms.
Apoptosis
Mechanisms of Action
Apoptosis is the programmed death of cells, a natural biological process essential for tissue maintenance and health.
Vasodilation
Mechanisms of Action
Vasodilation is the widening of blood vessels, resulting in increased blood flow to tissues.
Mitochondria
Mechanisms of Action
increasing ATP production and supporting improved cellular repair and regeneration.
Because hair follicles are highly energy-dependent
