The use of low-level light treatment (LLLT) to reduce male hair loss has grown in increasing popularity in recent years. With manufacturers claiming to stop the progression of hair loss and to boost hair density and thickness after just few uses.

According to MENSCRIPT however these claims are exaggerated. MENSCRIPT offers an Online Health Clinic for Men, allowing men to consult with a physician online and be treated for issues like the loss of hair and erectile dysfunction, acne and premature skin ageing.

In their effort to figure out the possibility that LLLT proved to be effective in preventing hair loss, they analyzed the research. Based on their analysis, LLLT does not appear to be as effective as it’s claimed to be. With many of the claims not supported by empirical evidence.

According to them, there’s insufficient scientific evidence to support the notion that LLLT reduces hair loss. Since LLLT does not have the ability to fight DHT, the root reason for hair loss, MENSCRIPT argues that it’s efficacy against hair loss is unlikely.

They also discovered the majority of research to have a direct link to the industry. The majority of them receive financial assistance from the company who sells the product. Doubting their legitimacy.

Besides study sponsorship, MENSCRIPT criticises the current study on two other points that are study length and improvement in clinical quality.

For more information about this critique and the use of LLLT against hair loss, you can check out their full report in their blog: Laser therapy for hair loss: an analysis by menscript.com