The conversation discusses the potential positive effects of melatonin on hairgrowth. The original poster plans to try both oral and topical melatonin and is seeking recommendations for a good source.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 aims to treat hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicle stem cells, showing promising results in early trials. The company plans to present their findings at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in 2026.
Hopeful treatments for hair loss, including Verteporfin, Androgen Receptor Degradation, and SCUBE3. These treatments offer potential solutions to slow or stop the effects of androgens on the scalp.
Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapies exist, but a complete cure is hindered by genetic complexity and market dynamics. Cloning hair follicles is considered a potential solution, but it's currently not feasible.
Continue using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, as better treatments like Breezula, Pyrilutamide, and PP405 are being developed. These future solutions promise fewer side effects and improved results.
33 y/o male used topical fin/min and dermaroll biweekly, resulting in increased hair density and significant regrowth. He got the solution from Hims and also used a DermaPen for microneedling.
PP405 shows promise for reactivating hair follicles, with potential maintenance using 5AR inhibitors. Current treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride are effective but have limitations, and there is hope for more effective solutions in the future.
Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hairgrowth.
The conversation discusses skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with many users expressing doubt about the effectiveness and availability of future solutions. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are mentioned as reliable options.
Switching from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride and oral minoxidil resulted in thinner hair and loss of vellus hair, with no new growth observed. The user is concerned about the lack of improvement despite using a stronger treatment.
Minoxidil's effectiveness is limited by the need for sulfation and proper transport to hair follicles, with tretinoin potentially enhancing its effects by promoting enzyme activity and keratinocyte differentiation. Tretinoin may improve minoxidil's response by boosting the expression of necessary enzymes and transporters.
A 22-year-old has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil with microneedling for hair loss, considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride due to slowed progress. Recent changes in application technique and increased microneedling frequency seem to have led to noticeable hair regrowth, prompting reconsideration of switching treatments.
There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.
A user shared their 9-month hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, a topical solution with minoxidil and finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are happy with the results and considering whether a hair transplant will be necessary.
Capronium Chloride and Trichoxidil are suggested as better alternatives to Minoxidil for hairgrowth without heart side effects. The Japanese Dermatological Association recommends topical Minoxidil over Capronium Chloride.
CraigMeyerShirtPants used oral finasteride for 15 months and topical minoxidil for 6 months, seeing significant hairgrowth after cutting hair 4 months ago. Users congratulated and asked about age, brand, and side effects.
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.
Dutasteride is often preferred over finasteride for hair loss due to its stronger DHT blocking, leading to better hair regrowth for some users. However, it can cause side effects like brain fog, libido changes, and mood issues, prompting some to switch back to finasteride or adjust their dosage.
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.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hairgrowth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
Dr. Tsuji's stem cell hair multiplication procedure may offer a future solution for hair loss, but it is initially expected to be very expensive, with prices potentially decreasing over time. In the meantime, users discuss using treatments like finasteride, despite side effects, to manage hair loss.
A user is interested in Absci's AI-driven antibody platform, ABS-201, for treating androgenetic alopecia, which shows promising preclinical results and potential for hair regrowth and pigmentation restoration. However, concerns are raised about the drug's development timeline and its advantages compared to existing treatments.
A user asked if anyone who didn't respond to minoxidil saw improvement after adding tretinoin. One person replied they saw hairgrowth on their hairline after using a combination of minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin, suggesting tretinoin may have made them respond to minoxidil.
The user was using 1mg finasteride daily and oral minoxidil 2.5mg daily for two years, then added RU58841 to their routine two months ago and is asking for opinions on any changes in hairgrowth. They provided progress pictures without dermarolling and maintained consistent lighting for comparison.
The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.
RT1640, a combination of cyclosporin A, minoxidil, and RT175, is discussed as a potential treatment for hair regrowth and repigmentation. The unique formulation aims to enhance hair follicle growth and restore hair pigment without the negative side effects of immunosuppressants.
A 25-year-old male shared his 3-month progress using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and biotin for hairgrowth, reporting positive results and minimal side effects, such as slightly reduced libido. He plans to continue treatment and possibly add microneedling, with hopes of further improvement and potential hair transplant if needed.
The conclusion of this conversation is that the user "DuckSeasonCamelSeasn" found that consuming grapefruit juice prior to taking finasteride or dutasteride helped them become a responder to the medications and regain hairgrowth. However, there are warnings about potential risks and interactions with other medications, so caution should be exercised.
A user who has had positive results from using a regimen of microneedling, finasteride, minoxidil, peppermint oil, keto shampoo and DHT organic shampoo for hairgrowth. The conversation also addressed whether to use .5mg or 1mg of finasteride and the difference between dermapens and rollers.
Hair loss treatments like Breezula and PP405 are delayed, with approvals taking years, while existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride remain popular. New treatments like Clascoterone and Veradermics are in trials, but high costs and lengthy approval processes slow their release.