Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a non-invasive hair loss treatment that stimulates hair follicles and allows hair to grow back thicker and fuller. Also commonly referred to as ‘cold therapy’, ‘soft laser’, or ‘red light therapy’, LLLT is unique as it does not heat the tissue in target areas, unlike other lasers that are used for treating pigmentation.
It is a non-invasive, risk-free treatment that effectively helps to combat hair loss and improve the overall volume and appearance of hair.
To understand how LLLT works, you’ll need to be introduced to the cytochrome C molecule, which is found in our hair follicles. When these cytochrome C molecules absorb light during LLLT, they become activated and send signals to the other cells in the hair follicle. These signals help delay cell death and reduce inflammation. Eventually, this all results in the development of darker, thicker hair.
LLLT not only helps regrow hair, but accelerates the repair of connective tissue in the scalp, and acts as a gentle anti-inflammatory agent. LLLT is genuine laser therapy, and is not to be confused with light therapy.
During LLLT, clients sit under a headpiece that is very much akin to a salon steamer. The low-level lasers in the headpiece are then evenly directed at the client's hair and scalp throughout the treatment session.
There is extensive research that proves the efficacy of Low-Level Laser Therapy. Most individuals experience up to a 40% increase in new hair growth within 16 weeks.
LLLT is FDA-approved, painless, free from side effects, and extremely low risk. At most, you might experience a slight tingling sensation during treatment.
As LLLT is a non-invasive procedure, you can resume your daily activities immediately after LLLT treatment.
LLLT is safe to use alongside other hair loss medications and procedures, and serves as an excellent complementary treatment.
Repeated treatments will be required to achieve optimal results.
LLLT has been approved by the FDA as a suitable hair loss treatment for both men and women. While it is mainly used to treat male or female pattern baldness, it can also effectively treat other forms of hair loss that stem from causes such as chemotherapy, pregnancy, or menopause.
LLLT is suitable for:
An overview table comparison of popular hair loss treatments offered in Singapore.
Hair loss stages 1-6
Hair loss stages 1-4
Hair loss stages 1-3
Hair loss stages 1-6
Hair loss stages 1-4
Hair loss stages 1-3
Non-surgical (minimally invasive)
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) hair transplant
Non-surgical (minimally invasive)
Non-surgical (minimally invasive)
Non-surgical & non-invasive
Non-surgical (minimally invasive)
Non-surgical & non-invasive
Proprietary serum with 140 growth factors
AnteAge serum
AnteAge serum
Long-lasting results
Long-lasting results
Long-lasting results
Micro-hair grafts
Laser therapy
May require multiple sessions depending on individual needs
Permanent results
Long-lasting results
Every 2 weeks for 6 months
Every 2 weeks for 6 months
Long-lasting results
Once monthly for best results
Once monthly for best results
Every 2 weeks for 6 months
who is a candidate
for Low-Level Laser Treatment
LLLT is suitable for:
What to expect?
for Low-Level Laser Treatment
Understanding our human hair anatomy allows us to achieve a higher success rate in reversing hair loss condition.
Cells in the root of your hair rapidly divide for new hair to form. Hair grows about half an inch a month. This phase lasts an average of 3-5 years.
Active hair growth ceases, and individual hairs separate from the hair follicle. This phase lasts for about 10 days.
Hair strands remain in their follicles for about 3 months before falling off to make way for new hair follicles. After which, losing about 50-100 strands of hair per day is normal. Hair loss may occur when this growth cycle is disrupted. If your hair is not growing as long or fast as it used to be, you may be experiencing a disruption in your hair growth cycle for various reasons. Speak to us for a solution.
