Pathophysiology, Conventional Treatments, And Evidence-Based Herbal Remedies Of Hair Loss With A Systematic Review Of Controlled Clinical Trials

    Ahmed E. Allam, Riham A. El‐Shiekh, Ahmed M. El‐Dessouki … Dina Abou-Hussein
    Studysummary This literature review reports that certain herbal remedies, such as rosemary, green tea, and ginseng, have shown promise in promoting hair growth and improving hair density, though variability and study design limitations highlight the need for more rigorous research.
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