Benefits of Acorn YOU™ for Hair Loss:

• Personalized to you – created using your own cells and biology
• Naturally derived – no synthetic drugs, additives, or animal products
• Supports healthier hair growth – growth factors and other regenerative components help support the scalp and hair follicles
• Helps improve hair strength and density – supports the environment needed for healthier, stronger-looking hair
• Proactive cell banking – your hair follicles can be collected and preserved through Acorn for potential future use
• Minimally invasive – hair follicles are collected through a simple plucking process

Who Is a Good Candidate for Acorn YOU™ Hair Loss Treatment?

Acorn YOU™ may be used to support individuals experiencing:
• Thinning hair
• Receding hairlines
• Hair loss at the crown
• Diffuse hair thinning
• Reduced hair density

Hair loss can have many different causes, and not every treatment is appropriate for every type of hair loss. A consultation is therefore an important first step.

Your provider will evaluate your hair loss pattern, scalp health, medical history, and treatment goals to determine whether Acorn YOU™ is appropriate for you and whether it should be used alone or as part of a broader hair restoration plan.

How Does the Acorn YOU™ Process Work?

Acorn YOU™ is different from many hair restoration treatments because your personalized product must first be created from your own cells.

The process begins with a consultation to determine whether the treatment is appropriate for your hair concerns. A small sample of intact hair follicles is then collected and sent to Acorn’s laboratory.

At the laboratory, stem cells from your hair follicles are cultured and used to produce your personalized secretome. The final product contains regenerative molecules released by your own cells and is prepared specifically for you.
Once your personalized product is ready, you will return to Stratica Dermatology for treatment. Your provider will discuss the recommended treatment approach and schedule based on your individual needs.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

The number and frequency of Acorn YOU™ treatments can vary depending on your hair loss pattern, goals, and individualized treatment plan.

Hair growth is a gradual process, so changes in hair thickness, density, and quality develop over time rather than immediately. Your provider will discuss what to expect, the recommended treatment schedule, and whether additional or maintenance treatments may be beneficial.

During your consultation at Stratica Dermatology, we will assess your hair and scalp health and create a personalized treatment plan based on your individual concerns.

Is Acorn YOU™ for Hair Loss Painful?

Comfort can vary depending on the method used during treatment and individual sensitivity. Your provider will discuss what you can expect before treatment and may use measures to help improve comfort where appropriate.

The initial hair follicle collection involves plucking a small number of intact hair follicles. Acorn reports that this process is minimally invasive and may cause mild, temporary scalp discomfort or tenderness for some individuals. The collected hairs are expected to grow back.

What Is Secretome?

Secretome contains naturally occurring factors produced by your own cells that help support healthier hair and scalp function.
Acorn YOU™ secretome is created using your own cultured stem cells and contains a unique combination of components, including growth factors, exosomes, peptides, and other regenerative factors.

Rather than relying on a single growth factor or ingredient, secretome brings together multiple components that work together to support the hair follicles, healthy hair growth, and overall hair quality.
Importantly, the final secretome product is cell-free, meaning the treatment contains the beneficial factors produced by your cells, rather than the stem cells themselves.

What Is the Difference Between Acorn YOU™ and PRP for Hair Loss?

Both Acorn YOU™ and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) are regenerative approaches used to support hair growth, but they work in different ways.

PRP is created from a sample of your own blood. The blood is processed to concentrate the platelets and growth factors, which are then injected into targeted areas of the scalp.

Acorn YOU™ begins with a small sample of your hair follicles. Cells from these follicles are cultured in a laboratory and used to create your personalized secretome, which contains naturally occurring growth factors, exosomes, peptides, and other regenerative components. The Acorn YOU™ secretome is then microneedled into the scalp, helping deliver these regenerative signals to the targeted treatment area to support a healthier environment for hair growth.

Your provider can help determine which treatment may be better suited to your hair loss pattern, individual needs, and treatment goals.

Why Choose Stratica Dermatology for Acorn YOU™ Hair Loss Treatment in Edmonton and St. Albert?

Acorn YOU™ hair treatments are available through trained providers, and your treatment journey begins with a personalized assessment.

At Stratica Dermatology, we take an individualized approach to hair loss. Your provider will assess your scalp and hair loss pattern, discuss potential contributing factors, and determine whether Acorn YOU™ is an appropriate option for your concerns.

Because hair loss can vary significantly from person to person, our goal is to provide realistic expectations and develop a treatment plan based on your individual needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

From your initial consultation and hair follicle collection to your personalized treatment and follow-up care, our team will guide you through each stage of the process.