Harnessing mechanobiology for hair regeneration: emerging techniques and therapies

Abstract The hair growth is a highly controlled biological process, governed by the cycles of the hairs in anagen (growth), catagen (regression) and telogen (rest period). Breaks in it could lead to hair thinning and loss, that is why a response there’s certainly a need for effective treatment. Current methods such as topical minoxidil, oral finasteride and modern techniques including platelet-rich plasma therapy or hair transplantation work by improving the functioning of hair follicles to prolong their growth phase. In this instance, the aim of this article is to mainly review about emerging mechanobiological strategies such as electrical stimulation, microneedling, microcurrent therapy conjugated with nanotechnology, low-frequency techniques that provide a context for futuristic non-invasive approaches.