Lab-grown hair using iPSCs is being explored, but practical applications are limited. Finasteride is suggested as the only current effective treatment.
Hair multiplication or cloning is not available anywhere in the world. The conversation also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss.
Reincarnation humorously suggested as a hair restoration method, with exaggerated and satirical discussions on finasteride use. The conversation includes jokes about side effects and the absurdity of extreme measures for hair loss.
A user is frustrated about early balding despite older male relatives retaining hair into old age. Another user plans to start finasteride soon to address their hair thinning.
User "tresslessatbest" shares her experience with androgenic hair loss and treatments. She found success using men's Rogaine 5%, spironolactone, dermaroller, biotin, blackcurrant seed oil, prenatal vitamins, and Nizoral shampoo.
A user with long-term hair loss has been using topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, ketoconazole, and dermastamping for 8 months. They are unsure if the new hairs are miniaturized or vellus.
Pelage PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in trials, potentially reactivating dormant hair follicles without affecting hormones. Results are expected in February 2025, offering an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
People are discussing hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841, to turn vellus hairs into terminal hairs. Some users also mention using antibiotics, oral minoxidil, dutasteride, DHT blockers, biotin, and natural remedies like onion juice and seeds to improve hair growth.
PP405 may revive dormant hair follicles, and DHT blockers like finasteride or dutasteride could maintain new hair. Combining PP405 with minoxidil might be optimal, but long-term effects and continuous use are uncertain.
A user, 42 M, NW 5-6, used oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, RU58841 topical, micro needling, Nizoral shampoo, saw palmetto gummies, vitamin D gummies, and scalp massages for 2 months. They noticed many small light hairs on previously bald areas and are questioning if these will darken or remain vellus hairs.
The user started experiencing hair loss at 26 and began treatment with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. After 8 months, they noticed hair regrowth, especially baby hairs, and remain hopeful for further improvement.
The user follows an intensive hair loss protocol including dutasteride, biotin, black tea, pumpkin seed oil, peppermint shampoo, rosemary conditioner, mukemame, soy milk, lycopene, garlic, magnesium, chamomile, spicy food, citrus bergamot, zinc, multivitamins, kefir, and Greek yogurt. They plan to alternate between pumpkin seed oil and safflower oil and will share before and after pictures.
Greasy or product-laden hair can make the scalp appear more visible, leading some to mistakenly think they are balding. Proper hair washing and avoiding heavy products can help assess true hair thickness, and treatments like finasteride are used by some for actual hair loss.
A user shared progress pictures showing hair regrowth after using minoxidil and finasteride for several months. Despite skepticism, the user reports noticeable improvement and aims to motivate others with hair loss.
A 23-year-old user shares their hair regrowth journey, questioning if genetics or other factors are at play. They use Rogaine, finasteride, vitamin B12, biotin, Thera M Plus, and derma stamping, and seek advice on their regimen and hair growth patterns.
Fatty acid metabolic signaling can activate epithelial stem cells for hair regeneration. Oleic and palmitoleic acids showed the best results, but practical application on humans remains uncertain.
Chinese researchers have successfully created hair follicles in vitro, potentially offering unlimited hair for transplantation and a cure for hair loss. They plan to test these follicles in vivo on human scalps.
People are hopeful about future hair loss treatments like PP405, GT20029, and VDPHL01, while some are currently using finasteride and minoxidil. There is skepticism about the effectiveness of new treatments, and some advise against hair transplants until more promising drugs are available.
PP405 is considered a promising potential cure for hair loss, with phase 2 trial results expected in February 2025. Hair cloning is also discussed as a potential ultimate solution, despite significant scientific challenges.
The user experienced positive hair regrowth using a routine of microneedling every 3 days, applying a blend of castor oil with peppermint and rosemary, bhringraj oil, and moringa oil, and using Pura D'Or DHT-blocking shampoo. They also take multivitamins and saw palmetto daily, reporting no side effects from saw palmetto.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth with topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, but later faced severe hair shedding after stopping dermarolling and reducing ketoconazole use. Suggestions included switching to oral treatments, resuming dermarolling, and considering lifestyle changes.
A 34-year-old male shares his hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil Max Dual Gen with topical finasteride, hair oil, derma rolling, and nizoral shampoo, emphasizing persistence and consistency. Despite some skepticism about lighting and treatment effectiveness, he reports significant progress over 12 months.
Participants want to maintain hair until at least age 30, using treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Hair loss remains a concern, with some considering hair transplants.
The user shaved their head and is using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, expressing confidence in the process despite challenges. They are considering additional treatments like microneedling and are open to trying different looks, including facial hair growth.
A 21-year-old female shared her 4-month hair growth progress using Minoxidil 5%, finasteride 1mg, Theradome LLLT, Viviscal vitamins, and PRP treatments twice. Commenters praised her progress and discussed other treatments like microneedling, but she noted her dermatologist advised against it due to potential scalp damage.
The user is using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, PRP, and stem cell treatments for hair loss. They report slowed shedding and new vellus hairs on the hairline, questioning if they are a strong responder to the treatment.
Hair follicles can potentially produce more hair strands with treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride. Notable improvements in hair density are possible, but achieving multiple strands per follicle is uncertain.
Hair restoration treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and hair transplants can greatly enhance self-image and dating life. Opinions differ on whether to embrace baldness or pursue treatments for maintaining hair.
Scientists at UCLA have developed a promising treatment for male pattern baldness using a molecule called PP405, which can potentially stimulate dormant hair follicles. Initial trials showed significant results within a week, but larger clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.