The conversation discusses treatments for androgenetic alopecia, focusing on evidence-based supplements to complement finasteride. Suggestions include oral minoxidil, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, tocotrienols, and various other supplements, while emphasizing the importance of scientific backing and cautioning against saw palmetto if already using finasteride.
The conversation discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for hair loss, with some users suggesting higher doses of Zinc and Vitamin C, while others recommend additional supplements like Saw Palmetto and Omega-3. It is concluded that multi-vitamins are often ineffective unless there is a deficiency, and excessive intake can harm hair follicles.
HairClone is developing cell replacement treatments to rejuvenate and generate hair follicles, and has launched a crowdfunding campaign. A user expressed skepticism about the need for crowdfunding.
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.