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
Nitric oxide (NO) release
Mechanisms of Action
Nitric oxide release refers to the production of nitric oxide molecules that help regulate blood flow and cellular communication.
Prostaglandin D2 (PGD2)
Mechanisms of Action
PGD2 is a compound believed to inhibit hair follicle growth in bald scalps.
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
