Can You Combine Minoxidil And Red Light Therapy?
Yes, you can combine your use of minoxidil with red light therapy. It’s likely that you are suffering from hair loss and you are looking for ways and combinations to enhance your hair regrowth results.
In this article, we’re going to share with you why combining hair loss treatments like minoxidil with our redlight therapy hat can improve your results, the studies that back this up and how you can use APEX hair loss products with minoxidil to achieve maximum hair growth and density.
Why you should consider combining minoxidil and red light therapy for hair growth
So by now, you’ve probably already done your research into minoxidil and understand that it does a fantastic job in boosting hair growth. Minoxidil helps improve blood flow to the scalp and helps to revive/protect damaged and dormant hair follicles. Minoxidil has many studies supporting its success in combating follicle shrinkage (This is when your hair follicles shrink giving you that thin, wispy look)
Red light Therapy for hair loss works in a similar way. By using Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) it helps stimulate hair from the root, again like minoxidil, increasing blood flow and speeding up cell rejuvenation.
So minoxidil and red light therapy sound like a good combination right? - Yes, here’s what you can achieve by combining the two;
Potential Benefits of Combining Minoxidil and Red Light Therapy
1. Enhanced Follicle Stimulation:
Minoxidil helps keep hair follicles in the active growth phase for longer, while red light therapy provides additional support by boosting cellular energy. Used together, they may encourage faster, fuller hair growth.
By simultaneously improving blood flow and enhancing cellular activity, these two treatments create an environment conducive to thicker, healthier-looking strands over time.
2. A Healthier, Happier Scalp
Red light therapy can help lessen inflammation or irritation in the scalp, potentially alleviating redness or itchiness. A healthier scalp may absorb minoxidil more effectively, potentially improving the overall impact of the treatment.
3. Stronger, More Resilient Hair
When follicles receive sufficient nourishment and energy, they often produce stronger strands. This can lead to reduced hair loss from breakage. Consistent use of both therapies may help maintain any increases in hair thickness and quality over time.
Studies to support this combination
Study 1- See here
Objective
Researchers aimed to see if adding low-level light therapy (often referred to as red light therapy) to a standard minoxidil treatment would improve hair regrowth for people with pattern hair loss. They wanted to compare the results of minoxidil alone against minoxidil plus red light therapy as a combination.
How It Was Conducted
Participants
Men and/or women with confirmed hair thinning took part.
Groups: 1
Group 1 used only topical minoxidil, while the other group received minoxidil plus regular red light therapy sessions over a set period.
What was Measured:
Scientists checked each participant’s hair count, thickness, and scalp coverage at the beginning and at different intervals throughout the study.
Safety of the treatment
Any side effects were recorded.
Results
Most Improved Hair Growth For Minoxidil and Red Light Therapy
The group who combined minoxidil with red light therapy generally had better hair regrowth compared to those who used minoxidil alone.
Hair Density and Thickness:
These measures were higher in the combination group.
Few Side Effects:
Both treatments are known to be fairly safe, and combining them did not cause any major new problems.
Study 2 -See here
Objective
This study also investigated the effectiveness of pairing minoxidil with red light therapy for people with hair loss, focusing on whether the combination gave more visible improvements than minoxidil by itself.
How The Study Was Conducted
Participants:
Adults with androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss) were selected.
The Study:
Similar to the first study, one group applied topical minoxidil only, while another group used minoxidil and underwent scheduled red light therapy treatments.
Assessment:
Researchers used visual evaluations and possibly clinical tools to measure changes in hair growth, thickness, and overall scalp condition over the study period.
Results
Enhanced Hair Regrowth and better hair quality and density was found in the group who used combined treatment as opposed to the other 2 groups, the first using placebo and the second that used minoxidil only.
Both Studies Suggest
Both studies suggest that adding red light therapy to a standard minoxidil routine can offer better results than minoxidil alone for individuals with pattern hair loss. However, individual experiences can differ, so it’s a good idea to consult a healthcare professional before starting or changing treatments.
How to use our APEX Red Light Hat and minoxidil together
To get the best results from combining these treatments, we have put together the following steps for you to follow:
Start by putting minoxidil on your dry scalp, allowing it to soak in completely for about 20-30 minutes. Massage into your scalp to help aid blood flow.
After the minoxidil has been absorbed and your hair is reasonably dry, put on your APEX Red Light hat at the default time setting of 15 minutes. Like minoxidil, your red light therapy should be consistent. We recommend one 15-minute session, 7 days a week for optimal results. Remember, results will not be overnight so expect to see real results between months 3 and 8.
