Amplifica is testing a compound called AMP-303 for hair loss, but it's not Scube3 or osteopontin. The timing for the results from the clinical trial is unknown.
Recruitment for a verteporfin trial and a separate hair cloning trial using verteporfin and other methods is underway, with locations in Jordan, NYC, Beverly Hills, and Memphis. Dr. Bloxham is conducting the hair cloning trial, and interested participants are encouraged to contact him directly.
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.
Breezula is being sold at Anagen Inc and Universal Labs, and users are discussing their experiences and results with it. There is also interest in the formulation process and inquiries about PP405.
Dr. Bloxham's 9-month update on FUT scar revision with Verteporfin shows promising results. Excitement is high for FUE, which appears highly effective based on Dr. Barghouthi's findings.
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.
SCUBE3, a protein linked to hair growth in moles, was discovered over 25 years ago and is being developed by Amplifica for potential hair loss treatment. Concerns exist about SCUBE3's association with cancer, as it is a protein that promotes cell growth, which could potentially trigger cancer development if used for hair growth therapy.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals announced positive Phase 2a trial results for PP405 in hair loss therapy. The conversation discusses the delay in publishing full results and the need for further trials and approvals.
The conversation discusses new research on hair growth by Dr. Maksim Plikus, with a call for clinical trials to begin. No specific treatments are mentioned.
Pelage Pharmaceutical raised $120 million to continue research on PP405, a promising hair loss treatment that showed a 20% increase in hair density in 31% of men during a Phase 2a trial. The treatment was well-tolerated, with no systemic absorption, and Phase 3 trials are planned for 2026.
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.
KPV, a peptide patented by L'Oreal, may promote hair growth and reduce hair loss by extending the anagen phase and has anti-inflammatory properties. It could be combined with treatments like minoxidil for enhanced effects.
The conversation discusses potential hair loss treatments, including Setipiprant, Bimatoprost, and Follicept. The user encourages signing up for Follicept, which may come to market soon.
A human trial of verteporfin, a drug that can inhibit wound healing by scarring and promote regeneration of original tissue and hair follicles to provide an unlimited source for hair transplants; people discussed the potential of this drug and how it could be rolled out in mainstream with more doctors getting on board.
A user's successful hair transplant, with some people questioning the donor area regrowth, and others speculating that hair fibre may have been used to help fill in areas.
Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405, a new hair loss treatment, was recognized by Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2025. The conversation expresses optimism about the recognition of this in-development treatment.
Hair transplants have improved significantly from the old "plug" method, which left unnatural results. Modern techniques by skilled doctors can achieve natural-looking hairlines.