by Ann-Marie D’Arcy-Sharpe | Jul 29, 2025 | PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy)
Hair loss is a common chronic health issue affecting both males and females. Pattern hair loss, also known as androgenic alopecia, is the most common form. It affects over 50% of men and women during their lifespan. (1,2) There are two categories of non-invasive...
by Siddhi Camila Lama, Ph.D. | Jul 6, 2025 | Dutasteride, Finasteride
Do DHT blockers really work? In short – definitely! In fact, finasteride – one of the most popular hair loss treatments and the only oral, FDA-approved medication for androgenic alopecia – is actually a DHT blocker. Androgenic alopecia has both...
by Ann-Marie D’Arcy-Sharpe | May 19, 2025 | Finasteride
Finasteride is a powerful drug that can treat hair loss, such as androgenic alopecia. (1) It can be taken orally or applied topically to the scalp. Although oral finasteride is FDA-approved for male androgenic alopecia with excellent results, it can have systemic side...
by Siddhi Camila Lama, Ph.D. | Dec 23, 2024 | Hair Restoration Treatments, Minoxidil
Minoxidil is an FDA-approved hair loss treatment. This topical solution was the first drug to be approved for androgenic alopecia. It’s able to stop hair loss and promote regrowth. Yet, if you’ve ever looked at a minoxidil package label, the disclaimer is...
by Siddhi Camila Lama, Ph.D. | Nov 24, 2024 | Hair Restoration Treatments, Minoxidil
Minoxidil was the first drug to ever be approved as a hair loss treatment. Using this medication is easy. You just apply a foam or liquid solution to your scalp daily in order to stop hair loss and improve hair regrowth. Like all drugs, minoxidil has a few side...
by Siddhi Camila Lama, Ph.D. | Oct 24, 2024 | Hair Restoration Treatments, Minoxidil
Minoxidil is a treatment that the Food and Drug Administration has approved for androgenic alopecia (commonly known as male pattern hair loss). Although there are various other treatments available for androgenic alopecia, minoxidil is the only one that is applied...
