How Does Laser Hair Restoration Work?

Laser hair restoration is a treatment that uses laser energy at precise light wavelengths to stimulate dormant hair follicles and boost cellular activity. (1)

The team of experts at Skin Perfect offers advanced medical aesthetic solutions for all body, hair, and skin challenges. With an effective, state-of-the-art laser treatment, we can help you improve hair thickness and restore fuller, natural growth. If you are experiencing thinning hair and uneven distribution in certain areas of your scalp, contact us online or call the office nearest you to schedule your personal consultation.

About Laser Hair Restoration

Laser hair restoration uses laser energy to stimulate blood circulation, awaken dormant hair follicles, and promote cellular repair and hair growth. Weak scalp cells absorb the laser light as heat, which prompts them to enter a growth phase, while the blood vessels in the scalp deliver essential oxygen and nutrients to the hair root, ensuring cells have the resources they need for healthy growth. With laser hair restoration, patients have an effective option for treating pattern baldness, hair thinning, hair shedding, chemotherapy-induced hair loss, and more without surgery. (2)

How Does Laser Hair Restoration Work?

Laser hair restoration works by stimulating dormant hair follicles, slowing hair loss, and promoting thicker hair in both men and women. (2) This treatment delivers optimal results by consistent use and long-term commitment, delivering results within three to six months and peak results at 12 months.

Our specialists use FoLix treatment for hair loss, which is an advanced laser that increases blood flow and stimulates your hair follicles to promote growth. It contains a FoliCool tip that cools the scalp and separates the hair, ensuring an efficient, comfortable treatment. This advanced technology delivers long-term improvements in a non-invasive, no-downtime manner. It is an ideal treatment if you are experiencing hair loss.

Benefits

Laser hair restoration helps patients repopulate their scalp and improve its health without the need for hair transplant surgery. Under the care of our expert specialists, the FoLix hair restoration laser:

  • Stimulates weak hair follicles
  • Improves density and thickness
  • Reduces hair shedding
  • Increases blood circulation to the scalp
  • Accelerates hair growth
  • Improves hair strength
  • Rebalances scalp health

Candidates

If you are noticing pattern baldness, hair shedding, hair thinning, uneven hair texture, or weak hair follicles and wish to slow or reverse loss and improve scalp health, laser hair restoration may be an ideal treatment for you. You must be in the early stages of hair loss or thinning, free of any underlying skin conditions, and be in general good health. This treatment is ideal if you are seeking a non-surgical solution or a treatment that can complement other topical solutions or hair restoration options. You should also have realistic expectations for your results, as laser hair restoration takes time and requires consistent commitment.

Personal Consultation

During your personal consultation, one of our specialists will evaluate your medical history and discuss whether you have undergone any past procedure(s) or if you are currently taking any hair growth medications. They will also discuss your hair restoration goals to recommend the best plan for you. Your hair growth specialist will also address any questions or concerns you may have, as their goal is to ensure you feel confident before beginning your treatment.

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Preparation

Effectively preparing for your laser hair restoration optimizes your results. We recommend that you:

  • Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds
  • Pause the use of blood-thinning medications and supplements
  • Avoid harsh chemical treatments
  • Pause the use of hair dyes, perms, or hair bleach at least a week before your treatment
  • Arrive at your appointment with clean hair

Procedure

Your specialist will first provide you with protective eyewear at the start of your FoLix treatment. Ensuring you feel comfortable, they will activate the laser machine and adjust it to the ideal settings for your treatment. The FoLix device is a 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser that delivers controlled heat that creates microscopic channels. The laser microbeams send energy beneath the skin’s surface to stimulate hair growth by activating the body’s natural healing processes and improving blood flow. This treatment typically lasts about 30 minutes and is typically considered quite tolerable, thanks to the built-in cooling features. Most patients see optimal results through 4-6 treatment sessions, though this can vary.

Recovery

After your treatment, you may return to your normal activities immediately, as the FoLix laser does not require extensive downtime. During this time, you should take good care of your scalp to maintain your results and follow all post-procedure instructions carefully. You will need to avoid wearing hats, using harsh shampoos, swimming, and dyeing your hair for at least one week after your procedure. You should also avoid excessive sun exposure and heating tools (blow dryers, curlers, and straighteners) that could damage your hair.

Results

After their final session, patients begin to see hair regrowth at around the fourth week. Small hairs will emerge around the crown and hairline areas, and over the next three to six months, your hair will continue to feel thicker and healthier. The final results from your treatment may peak after six to twelve months, resulting in improved hair growth and a fuller-looking head of hair with less noticeable balding spots.

Corresponding Procedures

Many patients include additional treatments during their FoLix laser hair restoration sessions for added rejuvenation. Popular options include:

Autologous Conditioned Plasma

Autologous conditioned plasma is a rejuvenation and regeneration compound made from a blood sample. Rich in growth factors, it stimulates collagen production, accelerates the body’s natural healing response, improves blood circulation to the scalp, and supports healthier hair follicles.

Exosome Therapy

Exosome therapy is a form of topical skin rejuvenation that utilizes exosomes, bioactive molecules produced by the body. Exosomes are messengers for regenerative processes that facilitate tissue repair from disease or injury. When applied to the scalp, exosome therapy may help support healthier hair follicles, improve the scalp environment, and promote stronger hair growth.

Nutrafol – Vitamin and Mineral Supplements

Nutrafol vitamins and mineral supplements are formulated to address key factors that contribute to hair thinning, including nutritional deficiencies. These vitamins combine standard vitamins and botanical components such as vitamins A, D3, E, biotin, zinc, iodine, and marine collagen, ashwagandha, curcumin, and more.

Cost of Laser Hair Restoration in Los Angeles and Orange County

The cost of your laser hair restoration varies depending on the complexity of your hair concerns, the total duration of your treatment, and whether or not you will pair it with other procedures. At your consultation, your hair restoration specialist will provide a detailed cost estimate that reflects your unique treatment plan.

Contact us online or call the office nearest you to book your personal consultation.

FAQ

How does laser hair restoration work?

Laser hair restoration works by stimulating dormant hair follicles, slowing hair loss, and promoting thicker hair. The low-level light therapy delivers specific wavelengths of light to stimulate blood flow and follicle growth for healthier, thicker hair.

How much does laser hair restoration cost?

The cost of your laser hair restoration varies depending on the complexity of your hair loss concerns and whether or not you will pair it with other treatments. One of our experts will provide a detailed cost estimate during your personal consultation.

What are the benefits of laser hair restoration?

Laser hair restoration stimulates weak hair follicles, improves density and thickness, reduces hair shedding, increases blood circulation, increases hair growth, and more.

Can I pair laser hair restoration with other treatments?

Yes, you can pair laser hair restoration with other treatments like CoolSculpting, Dysport, chemical peels, Botox, other laser treatments, and more.

What are the results of laser hair restoration?

Laser hair restoration delivers a long-lasting hair transformation that increases hair density, thickens and strengthens hair follicles, and reduces hair shedding and breakage.

Is laser hair restoration the best option for hair loss?

There is no “best” option for hair restoration; different patients respond best to different treatments. Some may be able to slow or stop their hair loss with medications alone, while others may require a surgical hair transplant. During your consultation, we will evaluate your medical history and experience with hair loss to determine if laser hair restoration will benefit you.

References

  1. Kim JH, Seo J, Koh A, Kim M, Heo CY. Clinical Application of a New Near-Infrared Light-Emitting Diode with Broader Spectrum for Skin Rejuvenation and Hair Growth Enhancement. Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. 2025;50(7):2743-2751. doi:https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-025-05476-6
  2. Avci P, Gupta GK, Clark J, Wikonkal N, Hamblin MR. Low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) for treatment of hair loss. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine. 2013;46(2):144-151. doi:https://doi.org/10.1002/lsm.22170
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