How Often to Use High Frequency for Hair Growth? Optimizing Your Treatment

WrittenbyDr. Edna Skopljak, M.D.
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High frequency is an emerging hair growth treatment that uses a mild electrical current to stimulate blood flow and nutrients to follicles. Handheld high frequency devices are now available for at-home use. But how often should you use a high frequency device for optimal hair regrowth results?

Table of content
1. How Often to Use High Frequency for Hair Growth
2. How High Frequency Works for Hair Growth
3. Maximizing High Frequency Results
4. Who Should Avoid High Frequency
5. The Bottom Line

How Often to Use High Frequency for Hair Growth

Using a high frequency device for 5-10 minutes per session, 3 times per week, provides an effective regimen for hair growth. Consistency is key to seeing gradual improvements over 6+ months of regular use.

Session Duration

Each high frequency session only needs to be 5-10 minutes long. Any more risks overstimulating follicles.

Weekly Frequency

Using the device 3 times per week allows sufficient recovery time between sessions.

Treatment Length

It takes at least 6 months of consistent 3x/week use to see significant hair growth results.

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How High Frequency Works for Hair Growth

Here’s how regular use of a high frequency device promotes hair regrowth:

Circulation Boost

The electrical current increases blood flow to provide nutrients.

ATP Activation

Electrotherapy energizes follicles to boost cellular metabolism.

Anagen Stimulation

Gentle electrical signals extend the active hair growth phase.

Edema Reduction

It helps reduce inflammation around follicles to remove growth barriers.

Maximizing High Frequency Results

Follow these tips to optimize your high frequency hair growth regimen:

Shampoo First

Use on clean, dry scalp for optimal conductivity.

Apply to All Areas

Cover the entire scalp for uniformly stimulated growth.

Use Conductive Gel

Water- or oil-based gels improve current diffusion into skin.

Low, Comfortable Settings

Use the lowest settings that don’t cause discomfort.

Combine Treatments

Pair with massage, laser caps, minoxidil for enhanced results.

Who Should Avoid High Frequency

Check with your doctor before using high frequency if you have:

Heart Conditions

Pacemaker users should avoid electrotherapy devices.

Skin Disorders

Open wounds, lesions or skin infections may increase risk.

Metal Implants

Plates, screws or metal implants near treatment site.

Localized Scarring

High frequency may interact with scar tissue.

Cancer History

Those who had cancer near treatment areas should consult their oncologist first.

The Bottom Line

Using a high frequency device just 5-10 minutes per session, 3 days per week, provides a safe, effective approach for gradually stimulating new hair growth through enhanced blood flow, metabolism and anagen prolongation. Consistency over time is key to success.

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Dr. Edna Skopljak, M.D.

About the Writer

Edna Skopljak, MD — University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Medicine

Edna Skopljak, MD is a clinical doctor at the University Medical Center Ljubljana and a PhD candidate in Biomedicine at the University of Ljubljana. She combines clinical work with research and medical editing, bringing a clear, evidence-based lens to patient education. Previously, she held roles in the pharmaceutical sector (product management and chief medical officer) and served as a medical production editor for the journal Biomolecules and Biomedicine.

Dr. Skopljak’s publications span clinical topics, including urology and orthopedics. She has co-authored work affiliated with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at University Medical Centre Ljubljana. She trained in medicine with early clinical experience in Slovenia, reflecting a long-standing focus on practical, patient-facing care.

She strictly follows our Editorial Standards: All medical statements are grounded in authoritative guidelines, FDA labels, and peer-reviewed studies, with clear distinction between approved treatments and adjunctive options.