The 9 Best Hair Growth Devices to Reduce Shedding and Thinning (2024)

It may look a little like a football helmet, but this device isn't playing games. Thanks to the shape, it provides full scalp coverage, and it's offered in two sizes to ensure you get the right fit.

Time of treatments: 10 minutes
When to expect results: 12 weeks

Customer Review:

"I've been using it every night for 5 months and it is wonderful, my hair is fuller and thicker, especially around my hairline at the front where i have always had very thin hair." —Lucy

If you're looking for ease, this HigherDose cap should be on your radar. It looks like a standard baseball cap—and is adjustable, too—but has 120 LED bulbs inside so you can stimulate hair growth while you get on with your day.

Time of treatments: 10 minutes
When to expect results: 16 weeks

Customer Review:

"Before using I would have handfuls of hair come out in the shower but now I see so much less shedding. I see less white scalp than before and I see new growth!" —Kristen

This band-like device uses laser, rather than LED, to target hair follicles, allowing it to provide treatment in just a few minutes. Its shape makes it great for the hairline, but you can also use it on other areas of the scalp, like the crown.

Time of treatments: 3 minutes
When to expect results: 3-6 months

Customer Review:

"Hairdresser remarked that my hair was longer than usual and seemed thicker, too. She asked what I had been using/doing. When I told her that I bought the HairMax to try and restore growth along my receding hairline, she told me that she thought I was getting some hair re-growth there. Time will tell, but after about 3 months of use, I am happy with the results." —Tom

Are you unsure if you want to go the LED or laser route? This device has both. It has a longer treatment time, but it doesn't cover ears, so you can still watch TV or carry on with other activities.

Time of treatments: 25 minutes
When to expect results: 3-6 months

Customer Review:

"It has a nice fit and it’s easy to use. I thought it would be hot or uncomfortable but it’s not either. After just a few weeks I can already see an improvement. It’s too early to say what the end results will be but I will write another review after 2-3 months of use. Also as a side note, their customer service is excellent. They reached out right away to see how it was going and if I needed any help or tips. I did have to order thicker pads which I feel will help the helmet rest better on my head." —Joanne

"In 2016, a double blind study showed the LED device to be effective in decreasing hair loss and some people get hair regrowth and others might get an increase in hair density," says Sobel of this system.

Time of treatments: 10 minutes
When to expect results: a few months

Customer Review:

"I have been using the Revian cap since April 2021. It is very simple to use, does not take a lot of time and results are noticeable. My friends and family have commented on how much thicker my hair looks since using this product. I highly recommend." —Elizabeth W.

Consider trying this LED brush if you don't want to add another step to your haircare routine. It has LED lights built right into the thick bristles, so you can reap the benefits as you brush your hair. And for even more circulation benefits, it also offers a light vibration feature to massage the scalp gently.

When to expect results: 20 weeks

Customer Review:

"My derm suggested this brush as an added layer to my thinning regimen and I love it. Hair has stopped breaking and shedding significantly since I started using months ago. I also feel I can grab more in a ponytail than before." —Madeline

Heat tools like blow dryers are generally more known for how they damage hair, rather than how they can help it grow. But this one is more than meets the eye: It has an LED function built in, as well as a scalp massager attachment you can use to promote circulation.

Time of treatments: Varies
When to expect results: Not listed

Customer Review:

"I like it! My hair gets dried much faster, feels much smoother and I love that it has a scalp treatment, too!" —Emily K

If you have a high-frequency wand for skincare uses like reducing breakouts, getting this comb attachment is a no-brainer. Simply swap it out and comb it throughout your hair to stimulate the scalp and hair follicles.

Time of treatments: 1-3 minutes
When to expect results: Not listed

Customer Review:

"I like my comb attachment. The price point made this an even better purchase. I already had Stackedskincare high frequency device. So When this attachment came out I was extremely thrilled . I feel it working on my scalp. I say consistency is key. At least that’s my goal and can’t wait to see results." —Kelly B

This easy-to-use brush-slash-comb swipes through the hair with ease, bringing follicle-stimulating lasers with it. The brand also offers a shampoo and conditioner, which may contribute to your results.

Time of treatments: 8 minutes
When to expect results: 3 months

Customer Review:

"It’s easy to use and the 8 minutes go by very quick. I am hoping to see hair grow in 6 months."

According to Sobel, LED therapy "works on the hair follicle by creating a better environment for that hair, causing a hair follicle to decrease hair loss and possibly promote hair regrowth."

It's a treatment that can also be done in the derm's office. "I really like TEDS (trans epidermal system) that we have in my office that shows a lot of promise when used with growth factors and episomes," says the derm. "It's an ultrasound and air pressure device that increases hair follicle circulation, which decreases hair loss and may stimulate hair growth and density."

• Dr. Howard Sobel is a Clinical Attending Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgeon at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.

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