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      community Does anyone know the main driver for the efficacy of micro-needling?

       5 upvotes 1 year ago
      Microneedling may enhance hair loss treatment by increasing the effectiveness of topical minoxidil, especially for those lacking the necessary enzyme to activate it. It might also work by triggering growth factors and improving topical absorption.

      community deeper understanding of microneedling

       16 upvotes 3 years ago
      Microneedling can enhance hair growth by increasing drug absorption and activating stem cells, with different needle depths serving distinct purposes. Users report success with microneedling, often in combination with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, and emphasize waiting periods for topical application to avoid side effects.

      community kiierr laser cap.. does it actually work or just marketing hype?

      in Chat  23 upvotes 1 month ago
      Finasteride and minoxidil treatments plateaued after 10 months, leading users to explore additional options like microneedling and low-level laser therapy (LLT) caps, though many are skeptical of the effectiveness and marketing of LLT devices like Kiierr. Users express frustration with the lack of clear recommendations from dermatologists and the prevalence of marketing hype over genuine reviews.

      community ABS-201 KOL Seminar: Dr. Ralf Paus on Human Ex Vivo Hair Regrowth Data

       17 upvotes 8 months ago
      ABS-201 shows promise for male hair regrowth by blocking the prolactin receptor, with higher expected efficacy than current treatments. The discussion also covers dosing differences between macaques and humans for hmi115, highlighting a significant dosage disparity.

      community My Idea for a possible new hairloss treatment

       53 upvotes 6 years ago
      Exploring a potential hair loss treatment using the enzyme AKR1C2 to locally reduce DHT levels. Challenges include enzyme delivery through the skin and high production costs, with gene therapy or stem cells suggested as future alternatives.

      community Could Microneedling + KLOW cause regrowth ?

       5 upvotes 3 months ago
      Microneedling and peptides like GHK-Cu may promote hair growth by improving blood supply to the scalp. There is skepticism about the effectiveness of KLOW, but some report positive results with GHK-Cu treatments.

      community Saw this apparent study on twitter. Thoughts?

       5 upvotes 2 years ago
      A mixture of MSM, kombucha, and black tea was applied topically for hair growth in mice. The conversation suggests skepticism about translating these results to humans.

      community KX-826 Phase 3 Failed. Sorry guys...

       51 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation discusses the failure of Phase 3 trials for the hair loss treatment KX-826, with no significant difference found between the drug and placebo. Some users express disappointment and skepticism, while others discuss alternative treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Keratin microspheres - breakthrough

       14 upvotes 2 years ago
      A gel of keratin microspheres promotes hair follicle growth, showing similar effectiveness to minoxidil in mice. The treatment activates hair growth pathways and reduces inflammation, with potential applications in drug delivery for hair-related disorders.

      community My summation of PP405 - looks promising

       210 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise for hair regrowth by manipulating stem cell characteristics and lactate dehydrogenase, with Phase 2a trials pending. Google Ventures' $15M investment suggests confidence, but results and market availability remain uncertain.

      community PP405 mechanism question - looking for discussion

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 may promote short-term hair growth by pushing follicles into the growth phase, but concerns exist about long-term effects due to lack of rest phases. Users discuss various treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, spironolactone, alfatradiol, and investigational drugs like KX-826 and GT20029 for hair maintenance and regrowth.

      community Update on Amplifica (new drugs) and Engraft (new hair transplant technology)

       65 upvotes 2 months ago
      Amplifica is developing new molecules for hair growth, with clinical trials expected soon, while Engraft Technologies is improving FUE robotic technology to make hair transplants faster and cheaper. Users express interest in the timeline for AMP-303 and concerns about high costs and effectiveness of current treatments.

      community Questions about using dermapen for microneedling.

       1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using a dermapen for microneedling to treat hair loss, with specific mention of using Minoxidil, Finasteride, Dutasteride, RU58841, KX-826, and other topicals. The user experienced side effects like palpitations and itching after microneedling and applying these treatments.

      community New Hair Loss Cure: AMP-303 Is Back. It’s what PP405 should have been.

       7 upvotes 5 months ago
      AMP-303 and AMP-601 are new hair loss treatments targeting dermal papilla cells, with AMP-303 showing early efficacy in transitioning vellus hairs to terminal hairs after one injection. Further clinical trials are planned, and these treatments are seen as promising due to their biologic approach and less frequent application compared to daily treatments.

      community Green tea/ soy Isoflavones supplements for MPB

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Green tea extract and soy isoflavones may help with hair loss by inhibiting DHT and providing additional health benefits. Combining these with finasteride and possibly using nizoral shampoo could enhance effectiveness in managing hair loss.

      community It’s all about the stem cells…

       53 upvotes 4 years ago
      Hair loss is linked to the loss of stem cells in hair follicles, and potential treatments include gene editing and microneedling. Discussions also mention using Minoxidil, finasteride, and dermarolling to improve hair growth.

      community Best, possible, or experimental growth agonists that AREN'T MINOXIDIL.

       4 upvotes 5 years ago
      Various hair growth treatments were discussed, including microneedling, bimatoprost, setipiprant, stemoxydine, PGE2, CB-03-01, WNT Beta-Catenin upregulators, KY19382, topical estrogen, IGF-1, GH, MK-677, oral castor oil, fisetin, resveratrol, cetrizine, and lactic acid. Users shared experiences and sources for these treatments, with some expressing interest in topical solutions and others noting the lack of FDA approval or scientific evidence for certain options.

      community P-1075: a BETTER version of Minoxidil

      11 months ago
      P-1075 is a more potent hair growth agent than Minoxidil, but it poses significant heart risks, making it unsafe for use. Despite promising results in macaques, concerns about its cardiotoxicity in rats have halted its development.

      community AHK vs GHK for hair growth in the crown area?

       2 upvotes 5 months ago
      AHK and GHK are discussed for hair growth in the crown area, with questions about side effects and safety after microneedling. Users share experiences and concerns about these treatments.