Hair Cloning

At Wolfeld Hair, Dr. Michael Wolfeld and his team strive to stay at the forefront of innovation in the field of hair restoration. Dr. Wolfeld takes pride in offering only the most modern and effective treatments and procedures for his patients, allowing him to consistently deliver high-quality, natural-looking results.

Unlocking the Future of Hair Restoration

Hair cloning is a relatively new technology that is being developed to help people regrow hair. This process involves taking hair follicles from the back (donor area) of a person's scalp and then replicating them to create new hair follicles that can be transplanted back into the thinning or balding areas of the scalp. The hope is that this process will be able to provide a permanent solution to hair loss. The idea of hair cloning has been around for several years, but it is only recently that scientists have been able to make significant progress in this area. While the process is still in the experimental stage, it shows great promise for those who suffer from hair loss. In the future, the hope is that hair cloning will be available for patients of Wolfeld Hair.

What Is Hair Cloning?

Hair cloning is a cutting-edge hair restoration procedure that involves replicating hair follicle cells to generate new hair growth. This process involves taking a small sample of hair follicle cells from the patient's scalp and multiplying them in a laboratory setting. The replicated cells are then injected back into the patient's scalp, where they can stimulate the growth of new hair.

The Potential of Hair Cloning

Hair cloning has the potential to revolutionize the hair restoration industry by providing an effective and permanent solution to hair loss. Unlike traditional hair transplant procedures, hair cloning can create an unlimited supply of hair follicles, which can potentially provide full hair coverage for an entire balding scalp.

While hair cloning is still in the early stages of development, researchers are optimistic about its potential. Clinical trials have shown promising results, and many experts believe that hair cloning could be a game-changer in the field of hair restoration.

The Cutting Edge of Hair Restoration

When new, revolutionary hair restoration techniques such as hair cloning come around, Dr. Wolfeld will always be among the first professionals to integrate them into his practice for the benefit of his patients. As the first physician in the country with board certification in both hair restoration and plastic surgery, Dr. Wolfeld is one of the most respected and revered voices in his field, and he consistently remains on the cutting edge of hair restoration treatments.

Patient Q&A

What exactly is “hair cloning,” and how is it different from a hair transplant?

Is hair cloning available right now?

When might hair cloning reach patients?

I’ve seen “follicle banking” and stem-cell ads—are those the same as hair cloning?

What are the proven options right now if I’m considering hair restoration?

What exactly is “hair cloning,” and how is it different from a hair transplant?

“Hair cloning” refers to lab-growing or multiplying the cells that make up a hair follicle, then using those cells to regenerate new follicles in thinning areas. A hair transplant, by contrast, redistributes existing follicles from the donor area to areas of loss; it does not create new follicles. Today’s research focuses on engineering follicle cells and “follicle units,” but this remains experimental and not part of routine clinical care.

Is hair cloning available right now?

No. As of 2025, there is no FDA- or EMA-approved hair cloning treatment available to patients anywhere. Several groups are in preclinical or early clinical planning, but no clinic can offer a regulated, commercially available “hair cloning” procedure at this time.

When might hair cloning reach patients?

Timelines are still uncertain. Some companies have reported progress in animal models and have discussed moving toward early human trials, but a safe, widely available treatment will depend on successful trials and regulatory review—something that typically takes years. Expect cautious optimism, not fixed dates.

I’ve seen “follicle banking” and stem-cell ads—are those the same as hair cloning?

Follicle banking stores tissue for potential future cell-based treatments and is distinct from an approved therapy. Various stem-cell or cell-derived products are being studied for hair loss, but these are not the same as clinically approved hair cloning, and availability is limited to research or tightly regulated settings. Always confirm the regulatory status before proceeding.

What are the proven options right now if I’m considering hair restoration?

For patients today, the evidence-based options remain medical therapy (e.g., finasteride, minoxidil when appropriate), procedural treatments under medical guidance, and modern hair transplantation for permanent redistribution of resistant follicles. Your candidacy and plan should be individualized after medical evaluation.