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
Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Mechanisms of Action
Hair follicle stem cells are undifferentiated cells located in the bulge region of the follicle.
Cytokines
Mechanisms of Action
Cytokines are small proteins involved in cell signaling that regulate immune responses, inflammation, and tissue repair throughout the body.
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
Mechanisms of Action
ATP is the primary energy-carrying molecule found in the cells of all living organisms.
Vasodilation
Mechanisms of Action
Vasodilation is the widening of blood vessels, resulting in increased blood flow to tissues.
