Minoxidil alone may not stop hair loss. Finasteride is recommended for androgenic alopecia, as minoxidil doesn't prevent DHT from miniaturizing hairfollicles.
Mallia Aesthetics has developed MAL-838, a hormone-free product derived from sCD83, which stimulates hair growth without disrupting the skin microbiome. sCD83 promotes hair growth by activating hairfollicles and preventing cell death, offering a localized treatment without systemic side effects.
A sugar gel has been found to aid hair regrowth, similar to minoxidil, and may improve blood supply to hairfollicles. Some users report success with homemade versions, though side effects like dizziness have been noted.
The conversation is about various hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and natural supplements like saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. It also covers methods to improve blood circulation, nourish hairfollicles, and address underlying health issues like vitamin D deficiency and high cortisol levels.
A user likes a natural hair styling product that makes their hair look thicker and is seeking opinions on whether it could harm hairfollicles. They also question if cold water is sufficient to wash the product out and mention they are experiencing hair thinning.
ET-02, a new hair loss treatment, shows promising results with a 6-fold increase in hair count, potentially outperforming minoxidil by activating stem cells in hairfollicles. Further trials are ongoing to confirm its efficacy and safety, with potential market release in the future.
The conversation is about using Verteporfin with microneedling as a potential hair loss treatment that may regenerate hairfollicles with minimal scarring. There are concerns about the optimal dosage and the DHT sensitivity of the new follicles.
The conversation discusses an interview with Dr. Tsuji about hairfollicle stem cell multiplication and the financial challenges of starting human clinical trials. It also mentions the need for funding to secure a patent for a protein that promotes hair growth.
The individual has experienced no hair regrowth from using minoxidil and finasteride and is considering a hair restoration clinic's options, including PRP and nano folliclehair replacement, as well as a potential beard transplant. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue PRP, timing for hair replacement surgery, and experiences with beard transplants.
Switching milk brands cleared scalp inflammation and other symptoms, but hair shedding continues. The user hopes shedding will stop as hair cycles progress.
Shampoos, including those with ketoconazole, may offer mild benefits for hair health but are not effective for stopping hair loss or balding. Effective treatments for hair loss include finasteride and minoxidil, often used together, while shampoos are generally not on the scalp long enough to impact hairfollicles significantly.
A user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling. They are advised to reduce dermarolling frequency and depth to avoid damaging hairfollicles.
Peptides, specifically GHK-Cu, are being considered for hair growth benefits, such as increasing blood flow to the scalp and preventing hairfollicle shrinkage. A user reported starting GHK-Cu after hearing it made a friend's hair thicker.
A quercetin-encapsulated and polydopamine-integrated nanosystem (PDA@QLipo) shows promise for treating androgenetic alopecia by reshaping the perifollicular microenvironment, outperforming minoxidil in hair regeneration. The nanosystem promotes cell proliferation, hairfollicle renewal, and recovery by scavenging reactive oxygen species and enhancing neovascularity.
The conversation humorously discusses diverting DHT from head to body hair and explores the idea of transplanting body hair to the scalp. It also mentions the potential for treatments to prevent DHT from affecting hairfollicles.
RootBioTec, a basil hairy root extract, claims to reduce hair loss by 31% in two months by inhibiting 5α reductase II and stimulating hairfollicles. There is limited independent information available about its effectiveness.
The user is seeking advice for the best topical treatment to combat their ongoing hair loss, despite already using oral dutasteride, RU-58841, and minoxidil. They are considering adding CB-03-01 or topical Spiro to their regimen to lower testosterone levels at the follicles.
A 31-year-old man with a long history of hair care is considering a hair transplant and is worried about using Finasteride and Minoxidil due to potential side effects. He seeks advice on whether to start Finasteride before or after a transplant and how to test for sensitivity to these treatments.
A user's scalp issue that may be causing their hair loss and potential treatments, such as salicylic acid, finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and visiting a dermatologist.
Hairfollicle regenerative therapy is being developed, with clinical trials planned in Japan, potentially allowing for hair cloning and eliminating the need for treatments like finasteride. If successful, the treatment could be available in Japan by 2025, but widespread access and affordability may take longer.
Hair transplant recipients are concerned about whether dormant follicles are permanently damaged by incisions, but some believe undamaged follicles could still regrow if a treatment like PP405 is effective. Opinions vary on the impact of transplants on original follicles, with some suggesting treatments like finasteride can help regrow hair.
Hair loss is linked to the loss of stem cells in hairfollicles, and potential treatments include gene editing and microneedling. Discussions also mention using Minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling to improve hair growth.
A product called "PP405 HairFollicle Serum" is being sold on Shopee, claiming to cure baldness without clinical trials or FDA approval, but users are skeptical and refer to it as "snake oil." Some users discuss testing the product's contents, while others share their experiences with hair loss treatments like finasteride.
PP405 targets hairfollicle stem cells differently than exercise-induced lactate, suggesting exercise alone may not replicate its benefits. Minoxidil and finasteride are recommended alongside exercise for hair regrowth, with additional suggestions like spicy food and infrared exposure.
PP405 shows promise for hairfollicle reactivation with minimal side effects. Users recommend continuing Minoxidil and Finasteride until more results are confirmed.
Breezula protects hairfollicles from both testosterone and DHT, unlike finasteride, which only protects against DHT. This could potentially lead to significant hair regrowth, similar to results seen in transgender individuals using hormone blockers.
Tretinoin can increase hairfollicles and is used alongside minoxidil and finasteride for hair growth, though it may cause skin peeling. Users report varying results, with some experiencing regrowth and others questioning its efficacy for hair.
Hair loss treatments discussed include promising Pyr available online and Verteporfin dosing after FUE for follicle regeneration, but no updates on SCUBE3.