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      community Some good news for the future.

       98 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP-405, a potential hair loss treatment, shows promise in stimulating dormant hair follicles and may help with various hair loss types. Current treatments like Minoxidil are still recommended as PP-405 is in early trials and may take years to become available.

      community Wrap it up everyone. CB-03-01 is another failed treatment

       79 upvotes 1 year ago
      CB-03-01 is considered a failed treatment for hair loss, with future hopes pinned on PP-405 and GT-20029, expected by 2030. Alternatives like hair transplants and SMP are discussed, while some users express frustration over the slow progress of treatments like Breezula.

      community PP405 Phase 2a press release with early results

       700 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows promise in hair regrowth, with 31% of participants experiencing over 20% increase in hair density after 8 weeks. Phase 3 trials are expected in 2026, with potential market availability by 2029-2031.

      community When should we get the next news about PP405

       24 upvotes 10 months ago
      Results for PP405 are expected next year, with concerns about its pricing and potential black market availability. Some users believe it may be slightly more effective than finasteride and dutasteride, and combining it with treatments like minoxidil and microneedling could be beneficial.

      community Reducing Fibrosis in Hair Loss: Topical Pirfenidone

       59 upvotes 5 months ago
      Topical pirfenidone is highlighted as an effective anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic treatment for hair loss, particularly in addressing perifollicular fibrosis, which may enhance the effectiveness of standard treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. The user also uses calcipotriol, MCT oil, ciclopirox shampoo, and benzoyl peroxide shampoo as part of their regimen.

      community How many years can we expect PP405 to be on the market

       11 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is expected to be on the market between 2027 and 2030, with phase 3 trials starting in 2026. There is skepticism about its fast-tracking due to its cosmetic nature, and it may appear on the gray market sooner.

      community Fluridil (Eucapil) seems like a great option?

       4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user stopped using finasteride due to side effects and is considering Fluridil (Eucapil) as an alternative for hair loss treatment. They are exploring other options like RU58841 and are interested in the experiences of others with Fluridil, noting its good safety profile despite the cost.

      community What is next for pp405 in phase 2b?

       16 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is progressing to Phase 2b trials, with results expected in late 2025 or early 2026, and potential Phase 3 trials in 2026. Some users experienced side effects from finasteride and are hopeful for PP405 as an alternative treatment.

      community Found a slide summary for PP405

       35 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in stimulating new terminal hair growth by activating dormant follicles, with no systemic adverse effects observed in a short-term trial. However, long-term efficacy remains unproven, and further trials are needed to confirm its potential as a hair loss treatment.

      community When is PP405 trial results medical meeting scheduled?

       16 upvotes 10 months ago
      Pelage plans to release PP405 trial results at a medical meeting in early 2026, possibly during the AAD conference in March. There is speculation about whether new hair loss treatments or GTA 6 will be released first.

      community 1064 Grafts, Pre to Mo 8.5, Kaan Pekiner

       309 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user shared an 8.5-month update on their hair transplant of 1064 grafts done by Dr. Kaan Pekiner in Ankara, Turkey, costing $3500. They are also using finasteride 2.25 mg weekly and have reduced shampoo use.

      community 10 months in and in the middle of a huge shed

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing a significant hair shed at 10 months but sees improvement compared to 4 months ago. They are using Hims products, Feel Confident shampoo, Nizoral, a light therapy cap, and The Ordinary hair serum.

      community Longer, thicker peach fuzz -- is this a sign of hairline regrowth?

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user noticed longer, thicker peach fuzz and some mature-looking hairs after using estradiol valerate, spironolactone, and 5% minoxidil foam, suggesting possible hairline regrowth. Another user confirmed this could be a positive sign.

      community Fin bad responder? My experience

       3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.

      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 PP405: The Ultimate Hair Loss Drug for Complete Hair Growth

       211 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a new hair loss treatment in phase 2 trials that may promote hair growth by increasing lactate production and activating hair follicle stem cells. It could potentially replace hormone-disrupting treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

      community I hope ET-02 or PP405 will be released in the next 4-5 years

       18 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 is a potential hair loss treatment that may work by blocking signals that cause hair cells to stop growing, requiring daily application for effectiveness. It could serve as an alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, but it is not yet available on the market and may take several years to be released.

      community Biotin/saw palmetto/pumpkin seed supplements and body fat

       3 upvotes 5 years ago
      The conversation discusses concerns about weight gain potentially linked to biotin, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed supplements, with users generally doubting the supplements are the cause. One user stopped taking saw palmetto due to side effects but did not notice improved results.

      community Any chemists want to manufacture PP405 / JXL069? (Steps inside)

       89 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the synthesis and potential use of JXL069 and PP405 for hair loss treatment, with skepticism about their effectiveness and concerns about safety. Users mention that JXL069 has shown no results in hair growth, and there is confusion about its identity and effectiveness compared to PP405.

      community Anybody else trying shou wu chih or just straight fo-ti/he shou wu

       3 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses using shou wu chih or fo-ti/he shou wu for hair loss, with OP noticing stiffer beard and body hair. A user warns about potential liver damage from fo-ti and questions the effectiveness of alternative medicine.

      community One month Umbrella Labs PP405 results.

       55 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user tried a product labeled as PP405 from Umbrella Labs for hair loss but saw no changes, and it was revealed to be a fake or misidentified product. The user is also using finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments but is still experiencing hairline issues.

      community Saw an opinion on PP405 and sharing

      5 months ago
      PP405 is discussed as a potential adjunct therapy for hair loss, with skepticism about its effectiveness and trial results. Users mention combining it with finasteride and minoxidil for better results, while others debate the root causes of hair loss and the limitations of current treatments.

      community Another blow to the cursed baldness

      in Research/Science  91 upvotes 11 months ago
      A South Korean company, Therazyne, has developed a promising hair loss treatment using a WNT chain surrogate that binds to Frizzled 7, with human follicle testing expected soon. Current treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are not seen as cures, and while optimism exists for future solutions like PP405, approval processes are lengthy.