If red light therapy (RLT) sessions are consistent but results feel muted, the scalp may be blocking more light than expected. Oils, product film, dense hair, inflammation, and poor contact can scatter or absorb photons before they reach follicle cells. This guide shows how to prep the scalp so more light lands where it matters—then how to keep that advantage session after … [Read more...] about Scalp Preparation: Maximizing Red Light Penetration
When to Switch Red Light Therapy Devices: Upgrade vs Replace Guidelines
If hair growth progress has stalled, a device change can help—but only when a real, measured limitation exists. This guide shows how to confirm a hardware problem, decide between supplementing (upgrade) or moving on (replace), and verify that the change actually improves results. Key Takeaways Step 1: Prove it’s the device (not technique or biology) Before spending, … [Read more...] about When to Switch Red Light Therapy Devices: Upgrade vs Replace Guidelines
Medications That Interfere with Red Light Therapy Hair Growth
Red light therapy (RLT) can improve hair density when sufficient light reaches the scalp and biology isn’t fighting against it. Certain medications, however, can blunt perceived progress by altering hair cycling, raising photosensitivity, or aggravating scalp inflammation. This guide explains common medication-related roadblocks, how to spot them, and how to work with a … [Read more...] about Medications That Interfere with Red Light Therapy Hair Growth
Device Positioning Mistakes That Kill Your Red Light Therapy Results
If hair growth progress feels stuck despite consistent sessions, positioning—not the device—often explains the shortfall. Distance drift, poor angles, hair shadowing, and rushed coverage can slash the energy that actually reaches the scalp. This guide adds a worked dose example, simple distance “fixtures,” and uniformity checks so every minute of red light therapy (RLT) … [Read more...] about Device Positioning Mistakes That Kill Your Red Light Therapy Results
Why Am I Shedding More After Starting Red Light Therapy?
A spike in shedding soon after starting red light therapy (RLT) is alarming—but often explainable and temporary. In many cases, follicles are cycling out older club hairs while earlier stressors, illness, or medication changes are “catching up” on their typical 2–3 month delay. This guide decodes the most common causes, how to tell normal from concerning patterns, and what … [Read more...] about Why Am I Shedding More After Starting Red Light Therapy?