Unfortunately, there is still no cure for male pattern baldness, but there are a number of fairly effective treatments. The most well known of these is probably Minoxidil, the only FDA approved treatment for male pattern baldness. Other strategies for achieving a full, healthy head of hair exist. And they can be used in place of, or to enhance therapies such as Minoxidil.
Hair follicles have a growing and resting cycle.
Normally, the hair follicles spend enough time growing to keep up with the hairs falling out. Male pattern baldness developes when the hair follicles begin to spend more time in the resting cycle, while hairs continue to fall out. Ultimately, there are no more hairs left to fall out. Poly-sorbate 80 also helps increase histamine release, which is necessary for cell growth and reproduction. For best results, polysorbate 80 should be used on the scalp everyday for at least six months.