Combined Regenerative Technique: Tattoo Machine–Assisted Drug Delivery for Androgenetic Alopecia
January 2026
in “
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
”
TLDR Tattoo machine-assisted drug delivery may improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.
The document discusses a novel approach for treating androgenetic alopecia (AGA) using a combined regenerative technique (CRT) that involves tattoo machine–assisted drug delivery, also known as Microinfusion of Medicaments into the Skin (MMP®). This technique integrates controlled scalp microneedling with the direct intradermal deposition of therapeutic agents such as minoxidil sulfate, dutasteride, copper peptides, and platelet-rich plasma, alongside oral minoxidil and topical finasteride. Early clinical experiences indicate that this multimodal approach may improve hair density and shaft thickness while maintaining a favorable safety profile. However, larger controlled studies are necessary to better understand its effectiveness and role in AGA treatment.