Hair Loss
Hair Loss
Scientifically Based
Unlike current therapies that focus on the external factors influencing hair loss, our drug targets the hair follicle stem cells responsible for hair growth. Based on UCLA scientists’ groundbreaking discovery that hair follicle stem cells have a unique metabolism, our drug is the first to target this novel mechanism for activating stem cells.
For Everyone
By targeting the cell-intrinsic properties of hair follicle stem cells, our drug has the potential to promote robust hair growth in various forms of alopecia, including male and female pattern balding.
Non-Invasive
Our topical small molecule drug platform stimulates hair growth without the need for invasive procedures or unwanted oral-systemic exposure.
Our Mission
At Pelage Pharmaceuticals, our goal is to deliver a scientifically based, clinically tested treatment for both men and women battling the emotional pain or social stigma of hair loss.
Based on the breakthrough innovation by Pelage Pharmaceuticals co-founders, we stimulate hair growth by targeting the metabolism of hair follicle stem cells in most forms of alopecia.
Types of Hair Loss
Our Therapy Targets
Types of Hair Loss
Our Therapy Targets
Current Hair Loss Treatments are Inadequate
- Limited efficacy
- Unwanted side effects
- Requires continuous use
- Can only be used in men
- Adverse sexual side-effects
- Cognitive side-effects (depression and anxiety)
- Not FDA approved
- Unproven efficacy
- Temporary results
- Expensive
- Invasive surgery
- More than a year to see results
Pelage Solution
A novel, non-invasive, topical small molecule drug platform to activate hair follicle stem cells and stimulate robust hair growth
While other therapies mainly target the external factors affecting hair growth such as hormones and inflammation, our compounds target the hair follicle stem cells themselves
How Our Drug Works
Our Drug Activates Hair Follicle Stem Cells
Pelage Leadership
William Lowry, PhD
Professor, UCLA Molecular, Cell and Dev. Biology
Leader in the stem cell field with 20+ years of research experience resulting in the discovery that hair follicle stem cells can be activated by metabolic manipulation. His work has led to the creation of several startups including Pelage, Sardona and Carthronix, as well as other efforts under development.
Heather Christofk , PhD
Professor, UCLA Dept. Biological Chemistry
Leader in the metabolism field with 20+ years of research experience resulting in the development of several successful startups and clinical candidates.
