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community Scientists have found that a naturally occurring sugar in humans and animals could be used as a topical treatment for male pattern baldness | In the study, mice received 2dDR-SA gel for 21 days, resulting in greater number of blood vessels and an increase in hair follicle length and denseness

644 upvotes 2 years ago

Scientists discovered a sugar gel, 2dDR-SA, that increased hair growth in mice. Users discussed its potential, comparing it to other treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

community Research: A Cheap Sugar for Hair Regrowth

15 upvotes 2 years ago

A natural sugar called 2dDR may stimulate hair growth and is comparable to minoxidil, but it's not widely available for purchase. Concerns about minoxidil's safety for pets were discussed, with some users seeking alternatives.

community Is this true? It can be a major breakthrough

1008 upvotes 5 months ago

Deoxyribose sugar gel may stimulate hair regrowth similarly to minoxidil by enhancing blood supply and follicle activity. Human trials are necessary, and current products have mixed results.

community Looking to make my own 2-Deoxy-D-ribose. Any science bros can give advice?

7 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is making a 2-Deoxy-D-ribose solution and asks if it can be put into an oil instead of a gel, considering adding hydrocortisone and retinoic acid. They seek advice on the best carrier oil for hair growth.

community Thoughts on this 2-deoxy-D-ribose Topical?

26 upvotes 2 years ago

The post and conversation are about skepticism towards a new hair loss treatment containing 2-deoxy-D-ribose, copper peptides, and exosomes, with concerns about the legitimacy of the product and its website. The treatment's effectiveness and authenticity are questioned due to lack of testing and transparency.

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research Stimulation of hair regrowth in an animal model of androgenic alopecia using 2-deoxy-D-ribose

June 2024 in “Frontiers in pharmacology”

This study found that a 2-deoxy-D-ribose gel stimulated hair follicle growth in mice with androgenic alopecia, showing effects similar to minoxidil without additional benefits from combining the two treatments.

research Remarkable findings in male pattern baldness: sugar molecule 2dDR offers hope for hair regrowth

June 2025 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association”

In this study, researchers explored the use of a 2-deoxy-D-ribose sodium alginate hydrogel on mice with androgenic alopecia and found it resulted in similar hair regrowth to minoxidil, highlighting increased hair follicle density and angiogenesis.

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