community My Theory Of Androgenic Alopecia
Hair loss is linked to cellular physiology and the IGF-1 to TGF-B1 ratio, not just androgen sensitivity. The theory lacks evidence, while finasteride and minoxidil are effective treatments.
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30 / 1000+ resultscommunity Stimulating existing stem cells to grow hair.
Hair regrowth treatments, including stem cell injections, are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness compared to Minoxidil and finasteride. Derma stamping is mentioned as effective when used with Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.
community Microneedling & Derma Stamp Longevity
The conversation discusses using a derma stamp with titanium needles for microneedling to promote hair regrowth, particularly in the temples, alongside a topical treatment of Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Tretinoin. Users share tips on maintaining the derma stamp, such as cleaning with alcohol, and suggest using a derma pen for better results.
community Dermastamping — do you use hyaluronic acid as lubricant?
The conversation discusses using high molecular weight hyaluronic acid after microneedling to form a protective barrier, though it's considered expensive and offers marginal improvement. Users share experiences with different microneedling tools like derma rollers, dermastamps, and Dr. Pen, with some opting not to use any products on the scalp.
community Anyone heard of HairStemCell Transplant? They claim not needing to pull the entire hair cell, allowing reuse of same donor area.
HairStemCell Transplant claims to reuse the donor area without removing the entire hair cell, but results in finer hair that may not regrow after cycles. The technique is costly and less effective than traditional transplants for full coverage.
community What disinfectant do you use for a dermastamp?
People use various methods to disinfect a dermastamp, including 70% isopropyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and soap with a soft brush. Some also use hand sanitizer spray or vodka, but caution is advised to ensure it's purely alcohol.
community Ordered copper peptides - how to apply?
Gizzela is unsure about the dosage and frequency of copper peptides and asks if they can be used with Stemoxydine. They seek advice on applying these treatments together.
community Follistatin, thoughts about a potential treatment ?
Follistatin, known for inhibiting myostatin and promoting muscle growth in mice, is being discussed as a potential treatment for hair loss. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
community i'm Considering adding hair stimulant: stemoxydine or alphatradiol
The user is considering adding Stemoxydine to their hair loss regimen, as they already use topical finasteride with rosemary and cannot use Minoxidil. They are seeking feedback on Stemoxydine and Alphatradiol, and another user mentions 2-deoxy-d-ribose as a potential option.
community Is treatment working? What else should I add?
User started treatment with Fin and Min in 2022, added stemoxydine, and considering dut. They are unsure about microneedling due to scarring concerns.
community When will FAK Inhibitors / Standford Hydrogel be on the market for hair transplants?
The conversation discusses the delay in bringing FAK inhibitors and Stanford's hydrogel to market for hair transplants, with a preference for FAK inhibitors over Verteporfin due to their superior potential in preventing scarring. The user expresses frustration over the slow progress and hopes for faster development by companies like FAKnostics.
community Someone had success with Stemoxydine and microneedling ?
Treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride and minoxidil, as well as alternatives like stemoxydine and microneedling.
community What do you guys think about Stem cell treatments
Stem cell and exosome injections for hair loss are discussed, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about using non-genetically related stem cells. Dr. Deyarmin's treatments are mentioned, with some users questioning their legitimacy and others expressing curiosity.
community Injectable and biofunctionalized fibrin hydrogels co-embedded with stem cells induce hair follicle genesis.
Fibrin-based hydrogels support stem cells for hair follicle regeneration, showing promise for treating alopecia and wound healing. They enhance cell viability, maintain stemness, and promote hair and tissue regeneration without teratoma formation.
community finastreid + min and derma stamp 1x /week . is it a progress?
The user started oral finasteride in October 2025, switched to topical finasteride and minoxidil in mid-2026, and uses a dermastamp weekly. They are unsure about regrowth progress and feel insecure about their hairline.
community Any experience with stem cell hair transplants?
Stem cell hair transplants use stem cells from fat tissue to reactivate inactive hair follicles, but results are inconsistent and not widely shared. Traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil often show better results.
community Injectable and biofunctionalized fibrin hydrogels co-embedded with stem cells induce hair follicle genesis.
Fibrin-based hydrogels support stem cells for hair follicle regeneration, showing promise for alopecia treatment. They enhance cell viability, maintain stemness, and induce hair growth without teratoma formation.
community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?
The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.
community Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) VS Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Finasteride and Nizoral shampoo with Ketoconazole are used for hair loss treatment. Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) is recommended over Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) for more accurate DHT testing.
community Reminder: use a derma stamp not a derma roller
Using a derma stamp instead of a derma roller for hair growth is more effective and less damaging. The user experienced hair improvement with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and a derma stamp.
community Fin + Min & Derma stamp for 1 year. Don't really notice much difference?
The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and a derma stamp for a year with minimal noticeable hair regrowth, but others suggest there is slight improvement and recommend continuing the treatment. Some users suggest switching to dutasteride or adjusting the derma stamp technique for better results.
community Injectable and biofunctionalized fibrin hydrogels co-embedded with stem cells induce hair follicle genesis.
Fibrin hydrogels, when combined with stem cells, can induce hair follicle regeneration and show potential for treating alopecia. The study demonstrated successful hair growth in mice without adverse effects.
community Good news for stem cells hair therapies - US federal judge: using patients' stem cells does NOT fall under FDA jurisdiction
A US federal judge ruled that using patients' stem cells for medical treatments is not under FDA jurisdiction, potentially speeding up development of stem cell-based hair loss therapies. Some users are optimistic about increased research and development, while others express skepticism about the ruling's impact on safety and efficacy standards.
community Are stem cells injections a cure for hair loss?
Stem cell injections are not a guaranteed cure for hair loss and may have varying results. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, nano fat, and Botox injections.
community I literally can’t find any evidence of sulfotransferase being upregulated by microneedling or retinoids like tretinoin
Microneedling and tretinoin may enhance minoxidil absorption for hair loss, but evidence on their effectiveness is limited. Iron supplements and broccoli sprouts are suggested for enzyme activation, but their impact on hair is unclear.
community Where did this idea come from: dermastamp better than dermaroller?
Dermastamps are preferred over dermarollers for microneedling due to precision and reduced risk of scarring. Dermastamps allow for controlled, vertical needle entry, while dermarollers may cause more damage with sideways needle entry.
community Am I microneedling right (only slight redness)?
Microneedling for hair regrowth, using a 1.0 dermastamp, is discussed with a focus on achieving slight redness without bleeding. Minoxidil is mentioned as an effective treatment when used after dermastamping.
community Dermastamp only with carrier/essential oil blend
A user is documenting their natural approach to treating a receding hairline using a dermastamp, essential oils (rosemary oil at 3% dilution with pumpkin seed oil), a multivitamin with vitamin D, and daily collagen shakes. They acknowledge the common recommendations of minoxidil and finasteride but prefer to test natural methods and share their results.
community 13 months progress finasteride + microneedling
User shared 13 months of progress using finasteride, microneedling, vitamins, and scalp care, and recently started stemoxydine. The post includes before and after photos.
community My experience using microneedling stamp vs pen. (Bioneedle vs dr pen)
The user compared microneedling with a stamp versus a pen, finding the Dr. Pen more effective and easier to use than the Bioneedle stamp. They also mentioned using oral minoxidil for hair loss treatment.