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      community MicroRNA science breakthrough? Softening stem cells

       6 upvotes 3 years ago
      A potential breakthrough in hair loss treatment involves softening hair follicle stem cells, but its effectiveness in humans is uncertain. Users express skepticism, noting past successes in mice that haven't translated to human treatments.

      community RU55481

       5 upvotes 12 years ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841, a research chemical, for hair loss treatment. The user plans to use it due to side effects from finasteride and minoxidil, despite skepticism about its effectiveness and lack of FDA approval.

      community RU58841 Users: How chemically unstable is RU58841 in practice?

      in Technology  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using RU58841 mixed with topical minoxidil for hair loss, noting its chemical instability and storage challenges. A user shares their experience using RU58841 with ethanol and propylene glycol, mentioning no significant results yet.

      community Haircafe slams pp405 presentation. Are results really that bad?

       64 upvotes 5 months ago
      PP405 shows promise in activating dormant hair follicles and increasing hair counts but lacks detailed efficacy data compared to minoxidil and finasteride. Opinions are mixed, with some optimism and skepticism about its effectiveness.

      community Haunting study is making me considering cycling fin/dut

      in Research/Science  158 upvotes 1 year ago
      Concerns about the long-term effects of dutasteride and finasteride on fertility, with discussions on cycling these medications to mitigate risks. The conversation highlights skepticism about study methodologies and the importance of weighing treatment risks against potential fertility issues.

      community Modifiability of the aging process

       17 upvotes 3 months ago
      Hair loss is largely influenced by genetics, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 being used to manage it. Despite healthy lifestyles, hair loss can still occur, highlighting the complex relationship between genetics, health, and aging.

      community Realistic timeline for hair regeneration and follicle cloning?

       7 upvotes 6 months ago
      Hair regeneration and follicle cloning are considered far from being feasible, with current treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants expected to remain dominant for the next 15-20 years. Some are hopeful that AI advancements might accelerate progress, but many remain skeptical about significant breakthroughs in the near future.

      community What do you think about this study?

      in Product  112 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses skepticism about new hair loss treatments, with many users expressing doubt about the effectiveness and availability of future solutions. Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplants are mentioned as reliable options.

      community New article on PP405..........

      in Research/Science  109 upvotes 1 year ago
      Scientists at UCLA have developed a promising treatment for male pattern baldness using a molecule called PP405, which can potentially stimulate dormant hair follicles. Initial trials showed significant results within a week, but larger clinical trials are needed to confirm its efficacy and safety.

      community Attempting PP-405 topical gel reformulation

       20 upvotes 1 week ago
      A user is attempting to reformulate a topical gel using PP-405 for hair loss, aiming to enhance its effectiveness with additional compounds. They discuss the potential of PP-405 compared to other treatments like Minoxidil and GT20029, and emphasize the importance of proper formulation for efficacy.

      community Seems like hair cloning has existed for a while

       9 upvotes 9 months ago
      Hair cloning claims by Dr. Gho are widely considered a scam, with skepticism about the effectiveness of his hair stem cell transplantation. Users suggest that if it were effective, wealthy individuals would opt for it over traditional methods like FUE transplants.

      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 Help me understand hair/shed cycles. After 6 months of Fin, losing ground again

       15 upvotes 4 years ago
      After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hair regrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hair loss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hair regrowth.

      community Dr. Bloxham Final verteporfin update

       61 upvotes 1 year ago
      Verteporfin is being explored for its potential to improve hair transplant outcomes by reducing scarring and increasing donor hair follicles. There is skepticism about the results, with some claiming misleading presentation of evidence.

      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 RU58841 vs. KX-826 vs. CB-03-01

       16 upvotes 3 months ago
      RU58841 shows the strongest results despite weaker binding affinity, while KX-826 and CB-03-01 are more expensive and have minimal side effects. RU58841 is considered effective but has potential health risks if ingested; users report positive outcomes with RU58841 and finasteride.