CB-03-01, also known as Breezula™, is a topical synthetic androgen receptor antagonist. Its mechanism of action centers on competing with endogenous androgens like dihydrotestosterone (DHT) for binding to androgen receptors, which makes it a candidate for addressing androgenetic alopecia (AGA). While Phase II clinical trials suggest CB-03-01 … Read more
Nourkrin® markets its supplements as a “natural approach to hair loss”. The company differentiates itself with Marilex®: a “bioactive proteoglycan formula”. Three human studies suggest Nourkrin® products are effective at regrowing hair. Upon further investigation, each study has significant flaws that make it hard to discern the product’s true … Read more
It can be daunting to think of hair loss treatments as a lifelong commitment. And for most cases of androgenic alopecia, this is true. However, starting treatment does not necessarily mean you must commit to a lifetime of treatment. Studies suggest that after stopping a hair loss treatment, hair loss levels converge with placebo groups (i.e., … Read more
Dermatologists often recommend platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) as a treatment for hair loss. However, studies suggest that microneedling might also achieve the same results for a fraction of the price. This article provides a comprehensive comparison of PRP versus microneedling: the clinical evidence, … Read more
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is a popular ingredient found in hair growth supplements, serums, & topicals. Unfortunately, there’s little clinical data showing it can regrow hair in humans, and at higher doses, it might be toxic. On the one hand, in vitro studies suggest EGCG has 5-alpha reductase inhibiting properties, and thus … Read more
Several clinical studies support the effectiveness of ketoconazole, an anti-fungal treatment, in treating androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. However, the evidence for ketoconazole in women is limited. One study found that daily ketoconazole use can facilitate hair growth in women with pattern hair loss. However, in that study, the … Read more
Ketoconazole shampoo, a anti-fungal medication, is widely used to treat dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It is also sometimes used as an off-label treatment for androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Some users experience side effects such as scalp itchiness & dryness. But with a bit of troubleshooting, these adverse events are often … Read more
Microneedling is an experimental hair loss intervention that creates tiny punctures on the scalp skin surface – which improves topical penetration and triggers the body’s natural healing response. During a microneedling session, it’s normal to experience a bit of pinpoint bleeding. Having said that, this bleeding also may not be necessary for … Read more
Harklinikken Extract is a hair growth serum marketed to men & women with hair loss. Harklinikken keeps secret the full list of ingredients inside Extract. Of the ingredients that are disclosed, there is incredibly limited clinical evidence supporting their use in treating hair loss. Despite this, Harklinikken remains one of the world’s most … Read more
Niostem claims their device achieves hair regrowth through electrotrichogenesis & produces better results than finasteride or minoxidil – without “nasty side effects”. Our investigation found many of Niostem’s claims to be unsubstantiated. (1) Niostem has not conducted any comparative clinical studies versus finasteride or minoxidil; their … Read more