This, and the UCLA molecule(linked article in comments)…I have great hopes Research/Science 10/26/2025
Oleic acid and ethanol are being considered for hair regrowth, with some users planning to self-experiment. There is skepticism about their effectiveness, and ongoing use of treatments like finasteride and minoxidil is mentioned.
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5 / 25 resultscommunity Got my Oleic fatty acid they used in Korean study. Fuck you mice!
Oleic acid and microneedling are being explored for hair regrowth, but results are mixed. Addressing DHT and fibrosis is crucial, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and scalp massage also discussed.
community Taiwan scientists used naturally derived fatty acids serum to regrow hairs (in mice <.<)
A serum with oleic and palmitoleic acids shows promise for hair regrowth in mice, but its effectiveness in humans is unproven. Minoxidil and finasteride remain the recommended treatments.
community It's always the Mice that gets to grow back hair.
Sodium dodecyl sulfate, oleic acid, and palmitoleic acid may promote hair growth, but their safety and effectiveness for humans are uncertain. Users consider trying these treatments cautiously, exploring alternatives like ostrich oil and microneedling.
community Please save this community. Seriously.
The conversation humorously critiques the lack of common sense in discussions about hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, while also highlighting the repetitive nature of advice in the community. It suggests that joke posts keep the community engaging, despite some users taking absurd claims seriously.
community Has anybody heard of this new cure?
A new hair loss treatment shows promise in mice but is unproven in humans. Effective treatments include finasteride and minoxidil.
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