Scalp Microinfusion: A Novel Drug Delivery Technique for Hair Loss Treatment

January 2023 in “ Skin appendage disorders ”

Rita Fernanda Cortez de Almeida, Daniel Fernandes Melo, Antonella Tosti

scalp microinfusion MMP technique micro-needling androgenetic alopecia alopecia areata dermis hair growth-related genes androgenic alopecia

TLDR Scalp microinfusion is a new method for treating hair loss that shows promise but needs more research for standardization.

Scalp microinfusion, also known as the MMP® technique, is a novel drug delivery method for hair loss treatment that uses micro-needling to infuse drugs into the skin. The technique has been used successfully in treating androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata, and it is well tolerated by most patients. The procedure involves uniform injections of small amounts of drugs into the dermis, which can stimulate hair growth and activate hair growth-related genes. However, the technique lacks standardization regarding the number of sessions needed, the optimal interval between sessions, the maintenance protocol, and the ideal blend of drugs to be infused. Further studies are needed to establish the efficacy of this technique and develop standardized protocols.

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