A 6-Month, Prospective, Multi-Arm Study for the Efficacy of Standardized Nutraceuticals to Improve Hair Fiber Thickness and Strength

    October 2025 in “ Dermatology and Therapy ”
    Zoé Kececioglu Draelos, Patricia K. Farris, Adina Hazan, Isabelle Raymond‐Letron
    Studysummary This study observed that adults with thinning hair who ingested a patented botanical-based supplement experienced significant increases in hair shaft diameter and reductions in hair breakage over 180 days, suggesting improved hair strength and length across various demographic groups.
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