Curallux, a leading ISO-13485 certified US manufacturer of photobiomodulating medical devices, is revolutionizing the wellness and beauty industry with its innovative use of medical-grade lasers. With an impressive revenue of $25.4 million, Curallux has established itself as a pioneer in the field of laser technology, offering products under the Capillus® and Curavi® brands that are designed to enhance wellness and inspire confidence.
The science behind Curallux's products is rooted in the process of photobiomodulation. This involves the use of photons that interact with the cytochrome c complex within mitochondria, triggering a biological cascade of events that leads to an increase in cellular metabolism and a decrease in both pain and inflammation. This process is used in Curallux's FDA-cleared hair loss treatments, which have been clinically proven to regrow thinning hair and reverse the signs of hair loss due to androgenic alopecia (pattern baldness).
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In addition to hair regrowth, Curallux's medical-grade lasers are also used to improve healing. The laser light stimulates the building blocks of collagen, an essential protein required to replace old tissue or repair injuries. This makes the laser effective on open wounds and burns, promoting faster wound healing.
The positive impacts of lasers extend beyond their ability to cut or remove tissue. They stimulate and enhance cell and tissue function, making them a versatile tool in both medicine and aesthetics.
Capillus, a brand under the Curallux umbrella, offers a range of laser caps designed to halt hair loss and stimulate hair growth. These caps utilize red light to penetrate the scalp, promoting hair growth in as little as six minutes a day. The benefits of using Capillus Laser Caps extend beyond reversing the effects of hair loss. They also treat thinning hair and baldness and revitalize damaged hair.
The Original LaserCap, a clinically proven and FDA-cleared device, is lauded for delivering the most potent laser therapy for hair loss available on the market today. This technology, known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is a non-surgical solution that stimulates cellular activity and blood circulation, promoting hair growth while reducing hair thinning.
The CapillusPro model, in particular, has garnered attention for its effectiveness. Clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and managed by a neutral third party have shown that low-level laser treatment of the scalp for 17 weeks with the CapillusPro device significantly improved hair counts by 51% in study participants. Moreover, no side-effects were reported from clinical trial participants, further cementing the CapillusPro as a safe and effective treatment for androgenic alopecia.
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While Curallux and Capillus are making waves in the hair regrowth industry, they are also making strides in pain management, particularly in alleviating back pain. The Curavi belt, addresses chronic lower back pain, a common ailment affecting millions worldwide. The global lower back pain market was valued at USD 8.38 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 12.36 billion by 2028, reflecting the growing need for effective treatments.
Curavi's approach to managing lower back pain involves a combination of rest, hot or cold therapy, over-the-counter pain relievers, and gentle exercises to stretch and loosen tight muscles. They also advocate for mental strategies to cope with chronic pain, such as stress management, positive thinking, staying active and engaged, finding support, and consulting professionals.
As research continues to evolve, we can expect to see new wavelengths in the red and near-infrared spectrum that deliver safer, more effective treatments. The relatively young field of laser healing therapy has come a long way in a short time, and companies like Curallux are at the forefront of this exciting journey, providing consumers with innovative solutions that blend wellness, science, and beauty.
We sat down with Domingo Moreira who serves as Curallux's CEO to talk about how Curallux is a lading the way in laser light technology in the medical and wellness industry. Moreira began his career after graduating from Boston College and Harvard Business School, where he initially started in investment services which progressed his career, joining multiple executive boards for companies like Ladex LLC, Pescanova, Southern Fisheries, and finally landing at Curallux.
How does Curallux merge science and beauty?
At Curallux, beauty and science live in a state of symbiosis. Achieving beauty in hair is only possible with years of science and research. And science is inspired by learning more about what makes our world beautiful. Laser technology allows us to build treatments that chase our dream of wellness for all. Our laser technology ensures that our passion is at the core of all our products. The medical-grade lasers used in our products are a means to achieve wellness through science and inspire confidence through beauty.
How does professional experience play a role in creating products?
When developing new products, we try to answer one crucial question: how can laser science be used to help improve our customers' lives? From there, we need a proper understanding of the science. So, our in-house team of engineers educates our sales and marketing team on the core science behind our products. This training ensures we are all on the same page when developing new products and the subsequent marketing and sales material.
What did you learn from attending the Beauty Tech & Innovation Summit?
The beauty industry has seen a remarkable transformation since the introduction of technology. With the rise in digital innovation, beauty enthusiasts worldwide now have access to unprecedented convenience and effectiveness regarding their favorite treatments.
One such example is the advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have enabled brands like L'Oréal Paris and Skinvision Clinic to create software programs that analyze customers' skin concerns and provide personalized recommendations based on factors such as age group, lifestyle habits, environmental conditions, etc., ensuring users receive targeted advice specific to their needs right away.
All of this proves just how much technology has changed the beauty sector today; from providing more convenient solutions through homecare gadgets all the way up until creating customized products catered specifically towards individual consumers – its role is undeniable!
Would you recommend other brands to attend?
Information is vital to success, and more brands should attend the Beauty Tech & Innovation Summit to understand their current market better and learn new ways to serve their customers. It also does not matter what stage of business they are in - there is always something to learn from exploring what other like-minded brands are doing in the space.
Where do you see the future of beauty in the next five years?
We believe the fine line dividing beauty and science will blur even more in the next five years. Treatments that once were only accessible in clinics will be made more available for at-home use. In addition, devices that use low-level laser therapy will become more popular over time as an affordable and powerful alternative for combating hair loss. Its mainstream appeal will only widen as more people become more aware of their potential predicament with hair loss and want to treat it as soon as possible.
Share with us one of your best-selling products?
Our best-selling product is our Capillus PRO S1. It finds the balance between efficacy and affordability to land on a sweet spot that our customers love. The Capillus PRO S1 envelopes your scalp with 304 medical-grade laser diodes to help stimulate hair regrowth in six minutes a day. You heard that right, only six minutes a day. So, in the time it takes you to make your morning coffee, Capillus PRO S1 can help you achieve healthier-looking and feeling hair - our customers love that!
ABOUT CURALLUX
Curallux is a company that promotes wellness through thoughtful technology and strategic innovations. Our brands embody our vision by seamlessly incorporating red-light therapy into our customers' daily routines. Our flagship brand, Capillus, offers treatments to promote hair regrowth that are non-invasive, FDA-cleared, and use clinically-proven technology.
