When you turn on the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet for the first time, you simply connect to the CurrentBody Bluetooth on your phone, though once you’ve done this, it will automatically reconnect just as any other pair of headphones would do.
Maximizing results
Newman explains, “To maximise results, it’s important to use the helmet consistently on clean, dry hair. Using it on a product-free scalp allows for better light penetration.”
Progress can also be accelerated when used in conjunction with other treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, or scalp microneedling which can enhance absorption. He adds, “Taking a high-quality hair supplement or maintaining a nutrient-rich diet with sufficient protein, iron, and biotin can also support growth from the inside out. Lastly, documenting your progress with photos every few weeks can help you track changes that might otherwise go unnoticed day-to-day.”
Likewise, consistency is key with the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet, so to help you make it part of your daily routine, Smith says, “I recommend plugging it in next to the kettle because you need to use it for 10 minutes every day and you can pop it on when you’re making your morning coffee. Alternatively plug it in near the TV and catch up on your favourite episode. Or on your bedside table when you’re starting your day, or winding down at night, it can be the first or the last thing that you do. Figuring out how best to fit it into your routine will ensure consistency.”
CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet: The science
Stay with me, because unsurprisingly this can get technical relatively quickly.
The CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet features 120 red LED lights at 630 to 660 nanometers that deliver low-level light therapy across the entire scalp.
Board-certified dermatologist Adeline Kikam, DO, Msc, FAAD explains, “Red and near-infrared wavelengths in the 600-to-670-nanometer range promote hair growth because they are able to penetrate the scalp and are absorbed by the follicular mitochondria. This action boosts cellular energy, which promotes blood flow to the root of the hair follicle and in turn provides nutrients that hair needs to thrive. It also reduces inflammation that tends to hinder hair growth, and lastly, extends the growth phase of hair follicles by increasing hair density.”
CurrentBody’s Newman echoes this, saying, “LEDs can cover a broad surface area, ensuring even exposure to all regions. The red light stimulates the hair follicles by boosting blood flow, improving oxygenation, and enhancing cellular activity. This helps hair follicles stay active longer and supports the regrowth of hair in areas affected by pattern hair loss.”
Gradually this leads to thicker, fuller hair and a reduction in hair loss, as the growth phase of the hair cycle is extended and previously dormant follicles are reactivated, while also helping aid the scalp’s blood circulation and reducing inflammation which relates to thinning and shedding.
Dr. Kikam adds that light therapy for the scalp “reduces inflammation and DHT levels around the hair follicles, which is especially great for folks with androgenic alopecia,” while beyond its hair-growth benefits, it can “improve flakiness and hair shedding.”
Is the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet FDA-approved?
Yes, the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet is FDA-cleared, with independent clinical trials
How often can you use the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet?
Newman recommends using the CurrentBody LED Hair Growth Helmet for 10 minutes per day, everyday, for at least 16 weeks in order to see results. Consistency is key, so making the helmet part of your daily routine is your quickest route to success.
How quickly will I see results?
Newman explains, “Most users begin to see noticeable improvements in hair density and regrowth in 8 to 16 weeks, although some may notice subtle signs—like new baby hairs or less hair fall—as early as 3 to 4 weeks,”
