Complementary and Alternative Supplements: A Review of Dermatologic Effectiveness for Androgenetic Alopecia

    September 2023 in “ Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings ”
    Promise Ufomadu
    Studysummary This study reviewed the effectiveness of natural treatments like pumpkin seed oil and rosemary oil for androgenetic alopecia and found them potentially effective with minimal side effects compared to standard treatments like minoxidil. However, more research is needed to confirm their efficacy.
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    Research cited in this study 24

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