The post and conversation discuss Verteporfin's potential as a hair loss treatment. It's shown promise in regrowing hair after transplants and might be effective with microneedling.
User shared 9-month progress with finasteride and microneedling, and 2-year progress with minoxidil for hair loss. Others asked about microneedling tools, routine, and suggested micro fibers for improvement.
A user named "bmbshell" who was dealing with hair loss and initially tried to fix it with a hair system before deciding to try finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and biotin supplements. They documented their progress over the past 1 year and 3 months, showing how effective these treatments were in regrowing their hair.
The "crunching" sound during microneedling is likely the needles penetrating the scalp's outer layers, not cutting hair. Users suggest using a derma stamp instead of a roller to avoid potential hair damage.
The conversation discusses Dr. Blake Bloxham's experiment with Verteporfin for hair loss, with one person suggesting more doctors should try it as it seems beneficial. Another comment notes that results at 4-5 months were not very impressive.
A 42-year-old had 2,100 grafts transplanted to the frontal third of the scalp, using treatments like Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, dermarolling, and PRP. They plan to add RU58841 and have scheduled SMP to improve cosmetic results.
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.
The conversation is about a user's hair transplant progress using 3000 grafts with DHI technique, foam Minoxidil, Tretinoin, and Dutasteride after 5.5 months. Commenters are impressed with the results, noting significant improvement.
The conversation discusses unconventional methods for hair regrowth, including scalp trauma like burning or microneedling, and compares them to treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride. It highlights skepticism about these methods and the body's unpredictable healing responses.
Hair regeneration and follicle cloning are considered far from being feasible, with current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants expected to remain dominant for the next 15-20 years. Some are hopeful that AI advancements might accelerate progress, but many remain skeptical about significant breakthroughs in the near future.
User shared progress pictures after 2 months of using 5% topical minoxidil, microneedling, and recently adding 0.01% topical finasteride. The minoxidil solution also contains caffeine, azelaic acid, retinol, adenosine, biotin, and niacinamide.
OP saw positive results from 4 months of finasteride, vitamin D3, and microneedling. They plan to add rosemary and castor oil but decided against using minoxidil.
A 16-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is using minoxidil, finasteride, and plans to add RU58841, while considering other treatments like MK-677 and microneedling. Concerns are raised about the potential impact of these treatments on puberty and development.
The user is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and KX-826 for hair regrowth, noticing small improvements. They plan to add ketoconazole shampoo and consider a hair transplant with verteporfin after a year of treatment.
A user shared their positive experience using Fleava (copper peptides), minoxidil, and micro needling for hair regrowth, noting significant improvement in their hairline. Other users believe the success is primarily due to micro needling and minoxidil.
Hair loss treatments discussed include promising Pyr available online and Verteporfin dosing after FUE for follicle regeneration, but no updates on SCUBE3.
PP405 and hair cloning are discussed as potential treatments for reversing hair loss from Norwood 7 to Norwood 1. Hair cloning is seen as a more permanent solution, while PP405's effectiveness and long-term effects remain uncertain.
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling consistently for one month to improve hair regrowth. They also use collagen peptides, pumpkin seed oil, vitamin D, biotin, nizoral shampoo, adenosine shampoo, caffeine topical, and rosemary oil as part of their routine.
The post discusses using microneedling alone for hair regrowth without finasteride or minoxidil due to side effects and dependency concerns. The user is also considering the "Zix" formula, acetic acid, topical zinc solutions, and lithium chloride.
The user is considering continuing minoxidil and microneedling, possibly adding low-dose topical finasteride, and undergoing a large FUE hair transplant to improve hair appearance. They plan to use hair fibers for added density, aiming for a convincing cosmetic look rather than full density.
The conversation discusses verteporfin as a potential hair loss treatment and questions why more precise methods aren't used to test its effectiveness in regrowing hair. Some users believe verteporfin is promising and should receive more attention, while others are skeptical about the testing methods.
A user expressed satisfaction with a hair and beard transplant at HairofIstanbul using 3200 grafts and PRP, achieving natural-looking results without finasteride or minoxidil. The transformation was praised, though some noted the beard line appeared artificial.
A Silicon Valley-backed company aims to cure hair loss. Exciting advancements include mRNA therapies, gene editing, hair cloning, AR degraders, anti-androgens, cell-based rejuvenation, and AI-based drug discovery, with hopes for FDA approval of GT20029 within 10 years.
Doctors are testing verteporfin topically for healing and potential regeneration after transplants. The user is asking how it is formulated for topical use, such as if it's mixed with a carrier gel.
The conversation is about a person's two-year hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling. They are comparing their hair from April 21, 2022, to April 13, 2024.
Autologous exosome treatment for hair loss is being discussed as an emerging option. Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are also mentioned as treatments.
A user proposed an alternative hair loss treatment stack using topical caffeine, copper, microneedling, and red light as a natural option for those experiencing side effects from finasteride or minoxidil. Other users expressed skepticism, emphasizing that finasteride and minoxidil remain the most effective treatments, while the proposed alternatives are unlikely to provide long-term results.
A user is considering adding PRP and mesotherapy to their hair loss treatment and is deciding between two options: Promoitalia, which contains Phosphatidic acid, Riboflavin, and Superoxide dismutase, and the more expensive Melsmon, a human placenta derivative. They seek advice on which option to choose based on effectiveness and scientific backing.