Let's first understand how hair grows in a cycle
1. Anagen (Growth) Phase: The hair follicle grows for two to six years.
2. Catagen (Transition) Phase: For one to two weeks the hair stops growing and the follicle shrinks and detaches from the skin.
3. Telogen (Resting) Phase: For five to six weeks, when the hair is released or falls out. During this phase, that hair follicle remains inactive, which means no new hair growth.
After the hair falls out, the follicle returns to the Anagen Phase and grows new hair, which starts the cycle again.
Due to several reasons, follicles shrink over time and produce shorter, and thinner hair with each cycle. Eventually, they stop producing altogether. This process is called miniaturization. This is what we call androgenic alopecia.
How Laser Hair Therapy (LLLT) Works
Low Level Light Therapy improves the nutrient supply to hair follicles and improves the cellular-level metabolism. LLLT helps push the hair from Telogen to Anagen phase, prolonging the Anagen Phase. As a result - the miniaturization process is reversed. NOT only does more hair grow out of each follicle, but the density, thickness and quality of each hair strand are improved.
Hair miniaturization causes hair to thin and eventually fall off
LLLT stimulates cell metabolism and fights miniaturization
Revitalized hair follicles grow back thicker, fuller & healthier
How did this all start?
In 1967, Hungarian scientist Endre Mester was working fervently in his laboratory. He was studying the healing effects of red laser on tumors in mice. Mester was attempting to replicate an American colleague's experiment, who had shown red laser could cure tumors implanted in a hamster.
He performed delicate surgery on each of his subjects, shaving the site for incision, and implanting the tumor tissue. He then illuminated this surgical site with a red laser for carefully measured periods of time. Unbeknownst to Dr. Mester, however, his laser contained only a fraction of the power of that used by his American colleague. Needless to say, he did not cure any of the tumors, but he did notice something else: Increased rates of wound healing, and hair regrowth.
Dr. Endre Mester: A pioneer in the field of Low-Level Laser Therapy
A mechanism of laser therapy in tissue
CLINICAL TRIAL RESULTS: 272 Diode Laser Cap, 44 Participants.
51% New Hair Count In 17 Weeks.
Our Laser Cap is restoring and thickening hair that many people had thought they would never see again. In just seven minutes a day, you'll be amazed at the difference this cap makes, especially as you pair it with our products or one of our signature plans.
Backed by World-Renowned Physicians
Our laser cap is used by patients and physicians alike including these world-renowned and well-respected physicians.
Dr. Jonathan Huber, MD
"Laser therapy is key to growing hair. We recommend them for every hair transplant patient and non-surgical patients."
Dr. Stanley Okoro - MD, MBA, F.A.C.S.
"HairSmart is a very robust comprehensive hair growth program! Many of my patients have seen dramatic results on it."
Dr. Judy Corbett - MD, FACOG
"My son and my head NP have both seen visible results with HairSmart. The laser cap with the products absolutely work. Highly recommend."
Dr. Piyush Kumar - MD
"We use the laser cap and the natural supplements in all our locations and the feedback is very promising."
Dr. Roy Stoller, MD, FACS
"Low level laser therapy is the most critical treatment to help treat DHT related hair loss. HairSmart makes good quality laser caps and their service is excellent."
Dr.Anthony Mollura, MD
"HairSmart laser caps and supplements are good quality and my patients are happy with the results and the price point."
Dr.Vineeta Keswani, MD
"We believe wholeheartedly in the comprehensive approach of HairSmart and we offer it to all our women with female pattern hair loss."
Dr. Ronald Shapiro, MD
"HairSmart laser caps and supplements are good quality and my patients are happy with the results and the price point."
How does the Ayurveda System work?
Ayurveda, an ancient 5000 year old Indian holistic medicine system, understands health through the balance of three fundamental energies or Doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. This philosophy extends to hair care, linking hair health to the equilibrium of these Doshas:
Vata, associated with dryness, when imbalanced, can cause dry, brittle hair and scalp issues, leading to increased hair loss.
Pitta, characterized by heat, oversees metabolic functions. Excess Pitta can weaken hair follicles, resulting in thinning hair and premature graying.
Kapha, responsible for growth and lubrication, when excessive, can create an oily scalp and impede hair growth.
Our Nutrition System
Can you build a house without construction material? In the same way, you can’t run a body without fuel. There are two sources of fuel for all living creatures - Nutrition and Light Energy (which is exactly why we have light therapy in the. mix)
Moreover, poor nutrition can also contribute to conditions such as telogen effluvium, where a significant portion of hair follicles prematurely enters the resting phase, causing excessive shedding. Therefore, adopting a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-rich foods is not only essential for overall health but also for maintaining luscious locks and preventing hair loss in the long run.
At HairSmart, our ingredients are plant-based and nutrition-rich, ensuring the optimal conditions for proper hair health.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)?
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), red light therapy, and similar technologies are all the same technology that uses specific wavelengths of red light to stimulate cellular metabolism in hair follicles.
How does LLLT help in hair growth?
It improves nutrient supply, pushes follicles from the resting (Telogen) phase back into the active growth (Anagen) phase, and reverses the miniaturization process that causes hair to thin and stop growing.
Is laser therapy safe to use at home? Can I overuse it?
Yes, it is safe for home use. HairSmart Grow 272 Laser Cap uses FDA-cleared low-level diodes, and it's completely safe to use without the risk of burns or skin damage. HairSmart's cap has an auto shut feature to prevent overuse and ensure each session is optimal.
What does Ayurveda have to do with hair loss?
Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old Indian system of medicine that links hair health to the balance of three bio-energies called Doshas: Vata (dryness), Pitta (heat), and Kapha (oiliness). An imbalanced Vata causes brittle hair, excess Pitta weakens follicles and causes premature graying, and excess Kapha blocks follicle growth. HairSmart's formulations are designed to restore this balance using Ayurvedic herbs.
Is the laser cap effective?
Multiple clinical trials have been conducted for laser therapy devices, and they have shown tremendous results in both men and women suffering from genetic hair loss or androgenic alopecia. HairSmart has also conducted an independent clinical trial on 44 participants using the 272 Diode Laser Cap; the results showed a 51% increase in new hair count in just 17 weeks.
What is hair miniaturization? Can it be reversed?
Miniaturization is the gradual shrinking of hair follicles due to DHT (dihydrotestosterone) damage. Over time, follicles produce shorter, thinner strands and eventually stop producing altogether. LLLT has been clinically shown to reverse miniaturization by reactivating dormant follicles and pushing them back into the growth phase.
How is HairSmart's Ayurveda + LLLT combination unique compared to conventional treatments?
Conventional pharmaceutical treatments like Finasteride and Minoxidil work on isolated mechanisms and often come with side effects. HairSmart's approach is the world's first to combine LLLT (light energy) with Ayurvedic nutrition (plant-based fuel), working simultaneously at the scalp, cellular, and systemic level — without drugs or side effects.