Welp - pp405 conference showed nothing Update 3/28/2026
PP405 shows potential for hair growth by increasing terminal hair and converting vellus hairs, but results are modest and more waiting is needed. It complements existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, but won't replace them.
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5 / 538 resultscommunity Confused why people are calling PP405 a cure...it never claimed to be able to undo miniaturization or revert vellus back to terminal hairs. It seems to be more of a growth stimulant like minoxidil.
PP405 is not a cure for hair loss but may reactivate dormant hair follicles, similar to minoxidil. It is unlikely to help with miniaturized or vellus hairs and is still in trial phases, with availability expected around 2030.
community It looks like Pelage are giving hints that PP405 is a game changer
PP405 is seen as a potential breakthrough for converting vellus hairs to terminal hairs, with users expressing both hope and skepticism. It is compared to treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, with discussions on side effects and marketing concerns.
community Pelage curing hair loss with PP405 could become one of the most famous discoveries in history
PP405 is discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss, with excitement about its promise but skepticism about its current effectiveness. Users mention combining it with treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling, but emphasize it is not a cure.
community Pelage PP405: New Hair Growth from Inactive Follicular Units - Phase 2a results at AAD 2026
PP405, a topical treatment, shows promise for hair growth by activating inactive follicles, with 66% of participants experiencing positive results. The treatment is well-tolerated and may proceed directly to Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
community Anyone here have a lot of knowledge on hair follicle stem cells and progenitor cells for PP405?
Hair follicle stem cells remain in bald individuals, but progenitor cells do not, raising questions about hair regrowth claims by Pelage. PP405 is discussed as a potential treatment, with skepticism about its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
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