Alpecin Caffeine shampoo is ineffective for stopping hair loss, with unreliable supporting research. Finasteride is effective in reducing hair loss by lowering DHT levels.
David Barreto shared that a London-based research group is conducting a 12-month trial for a new nutraceutical treatment for pattern hair loss, designed with Dr. Carlos Puig. The trial aims to provide robust data, with results expected in 1-2 years, potentially representing a significant advancement since finasteride’s introduction in 1997.