6-Month FAQ™ 302 Review: Results, Before and After Photos

"Rapunzel, Rapunzel, let down your hair!" - The witch wailed below the tower, selfishly trapping the girl with the longest and most beautiful hair in the world. Suppose we suspend our disbelief a bit more, just for fun. Would Rapunzel of today be very different, joining the 160 million globally cursing their hair-laden brushes and widening bald patches? Would she use FAQ™ 302? The world is going bald at an ever-increasing rate, now reaching about 2% of the global population facing some form of alopecia (hair loss).

These millions - in search of natural, effective, scientifically supported, sustainable (and painless) methods to prevent or reverse thinning hair and hair loss - are the reason we are here today. Our goal at MYSA is to provide a comprehensive FAQ™ 302 review, supported by a real person's experience (me, I'm as real as they get), and to log the changes over a couple of months for your benefit. This goes out to all of you who are wandering the Internet in search of reliable, clinically proven, and easy-to-use solutions for hair loss, and coming up short or shocked (by treatment prices and unsupported claims brands will put out there).

FAQ™ 302 is an at-home scalp massager for hair growth that uses laser therapy & red light. It doesn’t play around and does its job of regrowing the hair at your hairline, parting, temples, and crown in just 2 minutes per scalp area - or at least that was the claim we set out to test some 6 months ago. Is it possible to get thicker, healthier hair and less fallout by using something so non-aggressive and benign as light? It would seem so. 
 

Let's do the best FAQ™ 302 review we can and break things down. In this review, we’ll explain how the hair regrowth device works, why it is superior, and how easy it is to use. We’ll share our experiences, along with the pros, cons, and real results, so you can decide if it belongs in your routine.

But first, some background info painting the bigger global picture. You're, of course, free to skip if you're only interested in direct results. We're not the boss of you, do as you please.

Stats-backed balding perspective

The dread of that first realization that you may be losing your hair can hit like a ton of bricks with an iron filling, regardless of your age or gender. You will feel somehow insulted and betrayed by this follicle strike. At the same time, you despair with handfuls of strands now limply hanging off your palm and don't know what went wrong.

The American Academy of Dermatology conducted research concluding that more than 40% of women worldwide are facing thinning and other hair loss by age 40. 40! The reasons are not completely clear, but hormonal imbalances around perimenopause may have a large impact on a female's relationship with hair. Just think about all of the women who've gone through postpartum hair loss. Hormones are huge for us, so if your hair loss has been really sudden and unexpected, go get yourself checked out.

Men got an even worse deal: about half experience hair loss by age 50, and that's the worldwide average. Weirder still, 25% of bald men will see the first signs of hair loss before the fragile age of 21. You may not be old enough to get a beer in a bar, and are already feeling past your prime? In males, hair loss seems to be associated with increased testosterone levels, so going bald may mean you're hyper-masculine. However, it still hits that little vain part inside of us. All of the Sinéad O'Connors and Captain Picards of this (real & imaginary) universe can't comfort us.

In 2021, the China Association of Health Promotion and Education in 2021 noted the problem of the Asia-Pacific region, where 1 in 6 people are losing their hair, and 40% of this is millennials, fairly young people (states this millennial in horror). On the other hand (continent) Eurostat reports that Europe is rapidly aging, with 21.6% of the European population over age 65 in 2024.

But why is hair loss becoming such a prevalent problem on all continents? Population aging is the primary driver, leading to accelerated follicle miniaturization and hair thinning and loss due to age-related hormonal fluctuations. The market for hair loss prevention or reversal treatments is forecasted to keep growing due to multiple factors, such as:

• Scientific and technological advancements and biotechnology breakthroughs, in which South Korea leads in innovative patents.
• Social media & influencers that have made it ok to talk about the struggles of hair loss, rather than hiding in shame under toupees, while also normalizing prevention in your 20s and 30s.
• Non-invasive treatments get way better and much cheaper than the painful surgical interventions. Treatments like low-level laser therapy, microneedling, topicals, LED therapy, and radiofrequency become ever more popular.

Why did we want to try the FAQ™ 302?

First, the honest answer. Because our office is full of ladies approaching the fall (like autumn, not like "Ow, I fell!") of their life. If there is any confusion about it, "fall" is "midlife," which we don’t mention, successfully ignore, and refuse to acknowledge is coming, so fall it is. But before we fall, we're going to hold on to that ledge (with dignity) for as long as we can.

Pre-midlife brings something unusual. You don't actually look that much older, but just somehow lose the freshness you had. You're not droopy, but obviously not a naïve morning dew. This is when we develop a wickedly cynical sense of humor as a rite of passage and enjoy our life more, while silently mourning the loss of perkiness with far better wine than in our 20s. But there are other things going on in our bodies and, just when you think you've got it all figured out and your underwear matches (meaning you're an adult that day), the landscape changes. The hormones start shifting, and you have a graveyard of dead hair in the sink. Been there, done that, and don't want to do it again, thank you very much. So that is why I wanted to try out the new FAQ™ 302. I mean, it's got freakin' lasers, come on! Even if it didn't work, it's still got lasers. Lucky for me, it did work.

Why choose the 302 hair growth device at all?

This is the thing about decisions, right? Once you choose one, you sort of unchoose all others (as all married people know, and will quickly be reminded of if they forget). So why would you pay a pretty penny for FAQ™ 302 Scalp Massager rather than choosing one of the thousands of other products promising results, or getting professional hair growth treatments? If you have the resources and free time to get continuous hair and scalp treatments for the foreseeable future, kudos to you, and you go girl. If you're a bit more constrained with time and money, a professional-power at-home device is a much better long-term choice.

It's easy to learn how to use the technologies; you don't need to book (and keep) appointments, get ready, travel across town, and beat the traffic home with oiled-up hair dripping down the back of your neck. And there are no repetitive expenses. Your device is a single investment that will deliver hair recovery treatments for as long as you decide to use it. And you don't even need to talk to anyone or put on some pants (introverts love this feature of at-home therapies). It's a completely private experience you don't need to tell anyone about if you still have some shame and anxiety associated with your hair loss problem. Hey, it's ok. Don't worry, we all have our own stuff going on, but the hair issue can be fixed or improved in the large majority of cases. This is not the end. It's just a season finale cliffhanger. So chin up — a plot twist is coming.

Why does FAQ™ 302 work?

Now for the fancy part of this explanation that you should know. The availability of new technologies in practical, easy-to-use at-home devices for a fraction of the cost of clinics and much more convenience is the niche where FAQ™ 302 landed, combining two of the most popular non-invasive therapies to fight hair loss and thinning — low-level laser therapy (LLLT) and red LED therapy hair growth — in a single device. Plus, it has the patented T-Sonic™ massage (which I've tried in some of their sister brand’s facial devices and absolutely adored) that does wonders for scalp circulation, and the soft silicone that is the talk of the town. If you want to properly understand this FAQ™ 302 experience, you need to know what the main technologies and features are (or just skip right on down to results if you left your oven or iron on).

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

We told you there were lasers. Dr. Evil would be proud. Low-level laser therapy uses a specific wavelength and frequency of concentrated light, in the case of FAQ™ 302, 655 nm. The difference is in this coherent, concentrated delivery, while regular red light therapy has a still effective but more diffuse pattern that radiates outwards and is not focused on a single point like a laser. There is no pain when using the laser, as its low energy gets the job done without creating excess heat that would be uncomfortable or painful. The FDA-approved tech improves hair growth, thickness, and fullness, with an impressive success rate of over 80%.

Not all hair thinning and hair loss treatments work for men and women, as the reasons for their alopecia vary, but LLLT goes down to the cellular level and erases sex differences. 20 medical-grade lasers stimulate stem cell proliferation, increase blood circulation, and prolong the anagen (growth) phase of the hair. Super effective when used alone, low-level laser therapy can also be combined with other treatments and topicals, such as PRP, finasteride, Minoxidil, and hair transplants.

Red light therapy

We've rarely seen a treatment as non-invasive and versatile as red LED light therapy, gaining ever more traction in the world haunted by inflammation and damage, including follicle and scalp damage that leads to hair loss. Found by accident, by regrowing fur in rats with cancer, red light therapy has become so popular because it is safe and natural. There is nothing foreign in light hitting the skin, and our whole evolution has taught the body what to do. Backed by a strong base of peer-reviewed clinical research, red light hair therapy works for male and female pattern baldness.

Just like LLLT, red light hair growth therapies are free of chemicals, UV rays, or excess heat. Their strength lies in targeting the most critical organelle in cells - the mitochondria. For those who paid attention in school and those who were twirling their hair alike, mitochondria make all of the energy in the cell. No energy, no life — aka the cell (and tissue, and organ, and organism) dies. Mitochondria stimulated by red light make energy more efficiently, and the cell uses it to facilitate growth, healing, building, and resolving unnecessary inflammation. The 20 red LED lights in FAQ™ 302 also stimulate dermal papilla cells, superstars of regulating hair growth and cycling.

T-Sonic™ massage

The "T" in Mr. T was the first letter of Mr. T's surname, but the “T” in T-Sonic™ stands for "transdermal," meaning traveling vertically through the skin into deeper layers. In the body, movement - whether by our own volition or by external mechanical manipulation - increases circulation. In the FAQ™ 302 scalp massager, the pulsations travel inwards and increase microcirculation so crucial for a healthy scalp and follicles. It will also loosen dead skin, sweat, oil, and product buildup that clog hair follicles, leading to follicle death. Yes, we can suffocate the scalp.

T-Sonic™ massage has another bonus in face care and hair care - it enhances absorption. For us, this applies to liquid hair growth treatments - such as the brand's topical complement FAQ™ Scalp Recovery & Thick Hair Probiotic Serum, or the popular Minoxidil. They are not worth just sitting stuck on a clogged surface. Once absorbed, they can go to work.

Soft Silicone Bristles

Have you ever tried brushes or massagers that were very rigid and gave you a scraping feeling on the scalp? This is not good. One of the first things I noticed in this FAQ™ 302 review is how much thought went into user comfort, and how super soft and plush the bristles were. Made from soft, non-porous, quick-drying silicone. They don't pull or tug the hair or scrape the scalp. They are comfortable to use during both light therapy and massage treatments and are excellent in distributing scalp and hair serums to every millimeter of the scalp and along the entire strand.

Clinicals and what users say

There are a bunch of products out there, and many clinicals are a stretch, achieved by misrepresenting or cherry-picking information that fits the message the brand is trying to convey. We'd rather trust a brand with clinicals than one without, of course (it needs to be 3rd party), but we trust real people who've tested the products more.

When it comes to the most impressive clinicals that made us do that eyebrows-raised “not bad, not bad at all” face, FAQ™ 302 is clinically proven* to:

• Increase hair growth & density by up to 47%
• Increase hair glossiness by 46% in just 1 month
• Reduce hair loss by up to 46% in 4 months
• Result in up to 109 additional new hairs/square inch in just 4 months

*Based on 3rd party clinical trials conducted over 112 days, with 34 female & male subjects aged 21–55.

But what did 30 people have to say about their individual FAQ™ 302 experience? Did it confirm the clinical results, or did the clinicians overpromise? Here, we included only the results that all users agreed on* during their FAQ™ 302 hair growth device trial.

100% of 302 users report*:

• Less hair loss and breakage in just 2 weeks
• Scalp is less greasy & has less dandruff in just 2 weeks
• Visible improvement in hair growth & thickness in just 1 month
• Hair is stronger, with more volume & elasticity in just 1 month
• Better overall hair quality in just 1 month
• FAQ™ 302 is easy to use

*Based on 3rd party clinical trials conducted over 112 days, with 30 female & male subjects aged 25–55.

Quite impressive at the get-go, and very inspiring and hope (and purchase)-inducing (which is its function) if you're desperately looking for help. This is why we try things when we get the chance, so you don't need to waste money if it doesn't work. Luckily, this did work, and the body of official users didn’t lie.
 

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The only comment here is that we'd like to see tests on a larger sample of people in the future and hope the brand will oblige.

A 6-month FAQ™ 302 trial

Oh yes, very important — when you get your device, you can’t start using it before you download the FAQ™ Swiss app and register your device. It’s the company’s guarantee that your device is original and completely new.

The directions say you can treat the entire scalp by dividing the hair into 4 treatment areas (front, back, left, right) or focus on a single area that’s bothering you. The instruction is to use the device for 2 minutes per area every other day.

I was particularly interested in the front part, where I saw little V-shapes getting deeper above the temples. This was my primary motivation for volunteering to be the guinea pig of our editorial team. It’s not that my whole hairline is receding, but I’ve had some confirmed hormonal fluctuations that have decimated this area — right where the hairline curves in.

For the first three months, I treated only the front section — sometimes doing double treatments, just because it felt so comfortable and relaxing. But after that, I started using it on my entire scalp. The beginning, when you’re just trying to create a habit, is the hardest. Once you get into the groove, it’s just something you do and enjoy.

Another important thing: move the device slowly. Don’t rush — you want the red light to flood your scalp and for the laser to spend a few seconds on each area. Two minutes per area is just enough time, trust me. It’s better to go slower once than to pass over an area 10 times too quickly (this is just my personal opinion).

How I used the device

I applied some FAQ™ Scalp Recovery Serum to my entire hairline. The serum is concentrated, so a few drops will do. I always did an extra drop on my critical points.

The device is super easy to operate. You just press the universal power button to turn it on. If you don’t enjoy the current T-Sonic™ massage intensity, you can quickly press the same button to adjust it to what feels right for you. You can also choose between red lights and LED. I always used both. The app has great guided treatments for when you’re learning.

Once your tech is set, just press the device firmly to your scalp and start making little, tight circular movements. After 2 minutes, the timer will pulse to let you know it’s time to move to another area. When you’re done, you just press the universal button for 3 seconds — and that’s it.

1–2 months

Well, there’s this little thing called consistency. Even worse — consistency when nothing seems to be happening. I’m not famous for my patience, but what I lack in waiting capability, I make up for in common sense.

It was logical that the hair I’ve been abusing for years with products, styling (and some questionable lifestyle choices) couldn’t be fixed in a week (still, one hopes, you know?).

As I’ve mentioned already, I decided to go all in and use the topical serum that complements the device — the FAQ™ Scalp Recovery & Thick Hair Probiotic Serum.

The first month, nothing really changed in the density on the sides of my widow’s peak, though I did notice a change in the quality of my existing hair. The best way to describe it is that it was softer. I took a selfie with a friend and later realized that my hair had never been this shiny before. I mostly ascribed this to the hair serum at the time and carried on, motivated by that happy surprise.

There were still no new hairs budding in my decimated area, and I was kind of worried if I was doing everything right. But since my hair felt stronger and my brush was mostly free of broken or plucked-out strands, I kept going. In retrospect, the doubts were unnecessary — as things were about to change, but hindsight is always less nearsighted.

3–4 months

The consistency turned a bit obsessive (I do have trouble finding that line sometimes) as I started seeing baby hairs sticking up one Saturday morning. Not yet thick or robust, but undoubtedly there — repopulating the barren follicles.

The change wasn’t just something I imagined in that “am-I-crazy?” way, but real and visible — to the point where my partner started commenting on how good my hair looked. However, he couldn’t quite put his finger on why (because I asked this stupid question instead of just accepting the compliment, as women do).

I also noticed some change in volume — like my ponytail was a bit thicker. I still believe that this was not due to new hair growth but to keeping the old hairs and strengthening them, as my hairbrush shedding was minimal.

Please don’t despair if a couple of dozen hairs come out during brushing - it’s normal to lose 50–100 hairs daily, or even up to 150 when seasons change. It’s not normal to lose twice as much, especially from the same area.

So, I was quite happy with my baby hair boom and thicker ponytail. I’ll never get that ridiculous, enviable girth that I love — my hair is naturally finer — but it’s wavy, so it gave me some fake volume to comfort me while the widow’s peak was filling back in.

5–6 months

Now, this was a very nice era for me. I was also a bit ashamed of how good it felt because I realized how much my mood relied on looking good.

These months brought the biggest change. The claims before I started the FAQ™ 302 trial said I’d see noticeably reduced thinning and bald patches. What I saw was all those baby hairs that had sprouted earlier — now thicker, stronger, longer, merging into my existing hair. No longer babies, but full-of-energy teenagers.

I also noticed my part getting thinner, like it was drawn with a fine ruler, and realized I hadn’t noticed how much loss was happening before in areas I couldn’t really see. I hate to use this cheesy term, but I truly felt like I was in my “main character era.”

I even started getting open compliments from people who didn’t know about my hair regrowth trial. They were asking what I did. My initial plan was to keep it quiet, but let’s face it, most of the people I regularly hang out with knew. It’s hard not to preach once it starts working.

After 6 months

I’ve kept using the 302 after the initially set 6-month mark. Stopping would’ve felt like finally keeping your promise to become a (semi) regular at the gym, only to quit once your body starts toning up. Go back to chips and couch-potatoing, and it won’t last.

So I’ve continued, but more in a maintenance mode, every 3–4 days. I did see some more improvement, but 5–6 months was when the changes were most palpable. I don't know if this was just me, or if this is how it goes.

Pros & Cons of FAQ™ 302

Let's be honest, nothing is perfect. If you're not old enough to know this, you're probably not reading an article on hair loss. We'll give you a quick look at a summary of the device's strengths and some more or less inconvenient realities worth keeping in mind.

Pros

• Dual Technology: You’re getting both LLLT and red LED therapy in one neat gadget.
• T-Sonic™ Massage: The vibrations feel like a spa day for your follicles — boosts circulation, relaxes tension, and just feels really nice.
• User-Friendly App: Guided treatments, settings that remember your preferences, and progress tracking that keeps you honest (and proud).
• Lightweight & Waterproof: Weighs only 108 grams, so your arm won’t fall off mid-session, and you can rinse it or use it on wet hair without a worry.
• Long Battery Life: Up to 100 treatments on a single charge — basically, it outlasts your phone, your willpower, and your Netflix watchlist.

Cons

• Higher Price Point: An investment that only you can judge if it's worth it.
• Treatment Commitment: Every other day may sound like a lot. Still, it is fast, and you can do just one segment. Think about whether you're ready to commit.
• Learning Curve: The app might feel a little extra at first, because it's new, but you'll get everything on the first go.
• Variable Effectiveness: Results can vary because we are different, and so are the reasons for our hair loss.
   

Conclusion

If you noticed something going wrong and are starting to get some Dobby action going on at the top, no need to despair. You're in a very large boat with 2% of the world's population rowing together. We are all trying to figure it out — different ages, ethnicities, socio-economic groups, and genders. FAQ™ 302 we tested is one of those items helping you help yourself, using scientifically proven LLLT, red light therapies, and circulation-boosting massages as a natural, non-invasive intervention with professional-strength technologies for real results.

So, after six months of light, patience (man, this was hard for me), and a few existential crises in between, here’s the gist of it: FAQ™ 302 actually does the thing. It will not happen overnight or come with fanfare. It will be a silent and gradual success that you'll notice all squinty-eyed on a random morning. The biggest win here wasn’t just the thicker ponytail, the baby hair aureola, or that juicy shine I thought was not possible for me. It was a gradual restoration of something much more personal — confidence.

When hair first starts to go, you get that gut punch of losing something precious. In the end, it doesn't matter - it's just hair, and we know it doesn't make us any less - but it just keeps burrowing in and undermining every good moment while we secretly overcomb the bald patch with our fingers.

The FAQ™ 302 isn’t a miracle, not even close. It is a commitment based on science, and it works — if you use it. Bottom line is to manage your expectations, don't rush it, and keep going. And if you ever doubt if it's working (you will), remember — great things (and great hair) take time to grow.

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Here are some additional resources for those who want to learn more about hair and scalp health, as well as the very safe and effective red LED and laser therapies for hair loss. Stay beautiful, stay curious and determined, enjoy living in your skin, and have a great hair day, dear friends.

Causes of Hair Loss & Hair Thinning and Successful Treatments
How to Use Red Light Therapy for Hair Loss
The Gloss Boss: From Dull Hair to a Head-turning Shine
5 Simple Tips on How to Strengthen Hair
Scalp Care 101 For Thick, Healthy & Glossy Hair
Best Hair Growth Products feat. Minoxidil
Thinning to Thriving: LED Light for Intense Hair Growth at Home