Health & Safety Information

Last updated: 19 September 2026

Theracap Red Light Therapy Cap is a general wellness product, not a medical device. It has not been evaluated by the FDA or any equivalent regulator, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Read this page, and the quick-start guide in the box, before your first use.

What it is

A cap lined with LEDs emitting 660 nm red and 850 nm near-infrared light, run in 10-minute sessions with automatic shut-off, powered by usb-c charging. Adjustable strap, one size fits most (54–62 cm).

Who shouldn’t use it, or should ask a doctor first

• You have a photosensitive condition (e.g. lupus, porphyria) or take photosensitising medication.
• You’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You have a history of skin cancer, or any lesion or mole on your scalp you haven’t had checked.
• You have epilepsy or a history of light-triggered seizures.
• Your hair loss is sudden, patchy, or comes with itching, pain or scarring — these can be signs of a condition that needs proper diagnosis, not a home device.
• You have an implanted electronic device (e.g. a pacemaker), out of general caution around any electronic device worn on the body.

If any of these apply to you, talk to a doctor before use.

How to use it safely

• Follow the session length in the quick-start guide. Don’t extend sessions or use it more than once a day expecting faster results — that isn’t how the underlying biology works, and it isn’t how the device is designed to be used.
• Don’t use on broken, irritated or sunburnt skin.
• Keep it away from your eyes; don’t stare directly at the LEDs.
• It isn’t waterproof. Keep it dry — don’t wear it in the shower, rain, or submerge it — and never charge it while wearing it.
• Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use by children.
• Stop use and contact us if you notice unusual pain, blistering, or a reaction — these are not expected effects.

What to expect, honestly

Some people notice mild scalp warmth, or a temporary increase in shedding in the first few weeks as hair follicles reset their growth cycle. Results, where they occur, build slowly over months, not days — see our FAQ for a realistic timeline. It works on follicles that are still active; it can’t restore hair in areas that have been smooth for years.

Using it alongside other treatments

Many people use it alongside minoxidil, finasteride or other hair treatments. If you apply a topical product, use this device first, or wait until your scalp is fully dry. If you’re under a doctor’s care for hair loss, mention that you’re adding this.

Certifications

The manufacturer has had the device independently tested to:

• EU EMC requirements (electromagnetic compatibility).
• EU electrical safety requirements for skin-exposure optical appliances (IEC/EN 60335-2-27).
• EU RoHS restricted-substances requirements.
• US FCC Part 15B (unintentional radiator).

These cover electrical, EMC and materials safety. They are not a medical clearance and don’t evaluate whether the device works for any health condition — no regulator has done that for this product, and we don’t claim otherwise.

Guarantee if it’s not right for you

If any of the above means this isn’t the right product for you, or you try it and it isn’t, our 180-day money-back guarantee applies — see Shipping & Returns.

Contact

Questions about safe use: hello@theracap.store