An Asian Traditional Herbal Complex Containing Houttuynia Cordata Thunb, Perilla Frutescens Var. Acuta, and Green Tea Stimulates Hair Growth in Mice

    December 2017 in “ BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine ”
    Mun Su Chung, Woong Jin Bae, Sae Woong Choi … Sae Woong Kim
    Studysummary In this study, the herbal complex of Houttuynia cordata, Perilla frutescens var. acuta, and green tea promoted hair growth in C57BL/6 mice, enhancing regrowth and follicle development compared to controls.
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