October 2025 $120M funding round for PP405 — hype justified or too early to celebrate? Research/Science 10/16/2025
Pelage secured $120 million for PP405, a non-hormonal topical hair loss treatment, sparking debate on its potential as a breakthrough. Concerns about finasteride's side effects persist, with some suggesting alternatives like topical finasteride or dutasteride.
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A new topical treatment, PP405, shows promising results for hair regrowth, potentially outperforming existing treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. However, it may still need to be combined with DHT blockers for optimal results, and its long-term effectiveness remains uncertain.
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New hair loss treatments include Breezula, PP405, ET-02, KX-826, GT20029, VDPHL01, and CosmeRNA, with some showing promise in reactivating stem cells and reversing greying. Breezula and VDPHL01 are highlighted as potential add-ons or alternatives to current treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
community PP405 timeframe ? Could it replace current treatments ?
PP405 is a potential new hair loss treatment that might replace finasteride and minoxidil, but it is still in clinical trials and may not be available until 2028-2031. There is skepticism about its effectiveness, with only a 20% increase in hair density observed in some participants.
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A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.
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Finasteride may affect neurosteroids, impacting mood and sexual function, with varied user experiences. Some report side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction, while others find it effective for hair retention or prefer alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments.
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