On The Efficacy Of Derma Rolling As A Universal Solution

[Dehydrotestostewronged]

We all know that when it comes to finasteride and minoxidil that the effectiveness hinges largely on several factors such as our individual bio-chemistry and age/duration of baldness of affected area, not to mention the region of the scalp itself... While some people are exceptional respondents, others show little if any positive results at all.

However with the studies regarding micro-needling isn't it true that every participant in these studies showed net positive results? In other words, isn't the correct utilization and technique of derma rolling supposed to at least in theory produce universal results due to the stem cell stimulation mechanism whereby it operates? So then it should be possible to regrow essentially a full head of terminal hair that can be maintained with finasteride/minoxidil in most instances?

Do any of these successful studies show non-respondents?

 

[furrydome]

Total regrowth is probably limited by scar tissue and calcification.

Even with all the best tools we have now there isn't anyone reporting FAST regrowth. It's always a years-long process. I'm 2 years in and still haven't recovered a full norwood, and a lot of it is still not terminal. 100% worth it though.

We'll know a lot more once Follica actually releases their product. Supposedly they know more than anyone else, and a lot will be revealed when we find out what their procedure is.

 

[Dehydrotestostewronged]

Total regrowth is probably limited by scar tissue and calcification.

Even with all the best tools we have now there isn't anyone reporting FAST regrowth. It's always a years-long process. I'm 2 years in and still haven't recovered a full norwood, and a lot of it is still not terminal. 100% worth it though.

We'll know a lot more once Follica actually releases their product. Supposedly they know more than anyone else, and a lot will be revealed when we find out what their procedure is.

Interesting... Its got to be some kind of solution thats applied to the wounded skin. My bet is some solution that inhibits proteins or something that would basically c*** block skin cell genesis and defaults to hair follicle.

 

[furrydome]

My bet is some solution that inhibits proteins or something that would basically c*** block skin cell genesis and defaults to hair follicle.

That's pretty close to what they've been saying, actually.

 

[Dehydrotestostewronged]

Interesting. Any ballpark of when it'll be released?

 

[furrydome]

According to their site, it's still in an optimization study. After that, the final study. So, few years?

I thought it was a positive sign that they finalized the branding "Follica RAIN" and announced that there'd be both clinic and home procedures. It suggests they're finalizing some things and preparing for a release. All speculation though.