community Average r/tressless user preparing his scalp for minoxidil
Preparing the scalp for Minoxidil treatment by using a dermaroller to create microtears, as an alternative to traditional microneedling.
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870-900 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair cloning- What is the current status and will it be available for the general population?
Hair cloning is discussed, focusing on its current status and potential availability. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community Anyone else have one chad hair? This thing has somehow held on for dear life for years and years, like an inch past my hairline. Should donate this mf’s follicle to science
Hair loss discussion with a focus on a single resilient hair, jokingly called "chad hair," that remains despite hairline receding. Some users suggest microneedling and hair follicle cloning as potential treatments.
community Can a HT fix a severe case of diffuse thinning scalp?
The user has severe diffuse thinning on the scalp and is using finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermarolling, tretinoin, and Nizoral without satisfactory results. They are considering a hair transplant but are concerned about the cost and the number of grafts needed.
community Does the HMI-115 actually have potential or is it another false hope?
Hair loss discussion includes potential HMI-115 treatment. Topical mucuna pruriens shows good results, blocking prolactin possibly more important than blocking DHT.
community 22M Dut+min+microneedling. Diffuse AGA.
A 22-year-old male uses dutasteride, a serum with 10% minoxidil and 0.5% finasteride, and microneedling for diffuse androgenetic alopecia. Progress pictures show changes from July 2025 to February 2026.
community When will FAK Inhibitors / Standford Hydrogel be on the market for hair transplants?
The conversation discusses the delay in bringing FAK inhibitors and Stanford's hydrogel to market for hair transplants, with a preference for FAK inhibitors over Verteporfin due to their superior potential in preventing scarring. The user expresses frustration over the slow progress and hopes for faster development by companies like FAKnostics.
community Starting the microneedling only journey. M35 with diffuse thinning. Derminator 2, keto, vitamins and castor oil.
A user is starting a microneedling regimen for hair loss, using Derminator 2, ketoconazole shampoo, castor oil, and multivitamins. They plan to provide monthly updates on their progress.
community 4 month update Fin/Min/Dermatamp
The user reported gradual hair regrowth after 4 months using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, dermastamping, and vitamins C and D3. They noted the use of a 1.25mm dermastamp and discussed sourcing finasteride in Canada.
community It's always the Mice that gets to grow back hair.
Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.
community Does anyone else feel that the hype for PP405 has gone?
The conversation discusses skepticism and diminishing excitement around the hair loss treatment PP405 due to unclear trial results. It also mentions other treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, VDPHL01 (extended-release minoxidil), and GT20026 as potential options for hair loss management.
community Anyone use Verteporfin with their hair transplant yet?
User discusses using Verteporfin for hair regrowth after hair transplant. Replies mention successful follicle regrowth in studies and mice, questioning if it can be replicated in humans.
community Microneedling and massaging scalp progress
A user shared their hair restoration journey using oral and topical finasteride, experiencing side effects with the former. They later switched to microneedling, scalp massages, and vitamins (D3, Zinc, Biotin, B complex, Vitamin E) with mixed feedback on progress.
community Hair thick enough to grow out???
A user had a hair transplant 16 years ago and lost hair after stopping finasteride. They're now using a combination of treatments including oral dutasteride, topical and oral minoxidil, Pyrilutamide, and microneedling, and have seen improved density but are unsure if it's enough to grow their hair out. They also had a bad experience with scalp micropigmentation (SMP) and are considering redoing it.
community Took the plunge, bros. 3500 grafts later..
A user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts after trying treatments like finasteride and minoxidil, preferring a local clinic in Toronto over traveling to Turkey. The user plans to continue using finasteride to maintain existing hair, as the transplanted hair is DHT resistant.
community October 2025 $120M funding round for PP405 — hype justified or too early to celebrate?
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.
community Terminal hairs growing in, but derm still says I’m going to go bald in the years to come??
A 30-year-old woman with a history of anemia and low vitamin D experienced hair shedding, which improved after addressing nutrient deficiencies. Despite regrowth of terminal hairs, her dermatologist recommended treatments like minoxidil and spironolactone to prevent future bald spots, but she is cautious due to family history of hormone-related cancers.
community Is there any word on when Stempsen Therapeutics and Hairclone will start phase 1 clinical trials?
Hair cloning trials by Stempsen Therapeutics and Hairclone have no updates, and it may take at least 15 years for hair cloning to be available. The conversation also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
community hmi115 is coming. Prepare yourselves for what's coming
The conversation discusses HMI-115, a potential cure for hair loss. Users share mixed opinions, with some expressing skepticism and others sharing anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness, including photos of significant hair regrowth from a trial participant.
community Has anyone in here found any products, other than minoxidil and finasteride, that have brought back any of their hairline?
The conversation discusses alternatives to minoxidil and finasteride for hair regrowth, with mentions of essential oils, PRP therapy, and RU58841. The focus is on finding treatments with minimal side effects, especially concerning fertility.
community Scalp over skull massage and low hanging fruits of the basement: a cure?
Scalp massages may improve hair growth, with noticeable results in a few months. The technique involves detaching the skin from the skull, similar to detumescence therapy, and may be combined with other treatments for better results.
community Which dermastamp/roller do you suggest?
A 30-year-old female with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia is using spironolactone, oral minoxidil, vitamin D, iron sulfate, and a hairmax laser band. She seeks recommendations for a dermastamp or derma roller, advised to use no higher than 0.5 mm.
community New study suggests hair regrowth on wounded and bald skin may be possible
community Phase II Clinical Trial for TDM-105795 started recruiting
A Phase II clinical trial for TDM-105795 has started recruiting in the US, and it might be a promising treatment for hair loss. Many hair loss drugs, including this one, originate from China.
community Self-Experiment - Topical Rapamycin or a-KB
A user plans to create a DIY topical treatment for hair loss using Rapamycin, possibly combined with alpha-ketoglutaric acid (a-KG). They discuss the concentration and formulation process for Rapamycin, considering safety and skin penetration, and intend to apply it every other day to the scalp.
community The expected timeline for PP405 - Next update at AAD Annual Meeting in March 2026 ?
A new hair loss treatment, PP405, showed promising Phase 2a results with 31% of patients experiencing over 20% hair density increase without systemic absorption, avoiding hormonal side effects. The treatment is expected to be expensive, with Phase 3 trials starting mid-2026, and there is skepticism about the data's strength.
community Female AGA - Low Cortisol/Low DHEA
Female (37) experiencing hair loss for 5 years, tried max dose of spiro and oral + topical minox without success. Discovered low cortisol and low DHEA levels, seeking functional medicine practitioner for help.
community see how easy it is to fake hair growth? i could say this is from 12 weeks of using fin and this community would believe it but in reality they are taken just minutes from each other with proper combing. Don’t be too quick in believing.
How easy it is to fake hair growth, and the skepticism of progress pictures on the subreddit. Some treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, Toppik/Hair Fibers, Dermmatch and a hair transplant.
community If you could get for Christmas your own personalised topical anti hair loss serum that has the best the current science can offer, what would it contain and at what concentration?
A personalized topical anti-hair loss serum could include high-dose setipiprant, high-dose CB 03-01, low-dose finasteride, minoxidil, latanoprost, and tretinoin. These ingredients are suggested for their potential effectiveness in promoting hair growth.
community My Delusional Hope - This page becomes irrelevant in 2030s
People are hopeful for a permanent hair loss solution by the 2030s, considering options like hair cloning and treatments like pp405. Synthetic hair transplants have been attempted but are not effective long-term.