What are photoreceptors?
Photoreceptors are specialized molecules or proteins that detect and respond to light energy.
In Photobiomodulation (PBMT), photoreceptors such as cytochrome c oxidase (CCO) absorb light photons, triggering cellular responses that boost energy production and tissue repair.
Targeting photoreceptors in scalp tissues allows red light therapy to specifically activate regenerative pathways critical for promoting hair follicle health and growth.
Related terms
Chromophore
Light & Technology
A chromophore is a molecule or molecular structure that absorbs specific wavelengths of light.
Cold Laser Therapy
Light & Technology
Cold laser therapy, also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate hair follicles and improve growth.
Wavelength penetration depth
Light & Technology
Wavelength penetration depth refers to how deeply different light wavelengths can travel into biological tissues.
Red Light Therapy
Light & Technology
Red light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses red wavelengths to stimulate cellular repair.
