Effectiveness of Papaya Seed Extract (Carica Papaya L.) on Rabbit Hair Growth (Oryctolagus Cuniculus)

December 2019

Ayu Meilani, Mohammad Kanedi, Yulianty Yulianty, Nuning Nurcahyani

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TLDR Papaya seed extract, especially at 15%, speeds up hair growth in rabbits.

The study evaluated the effectiveness of papaya seed extract (Carica papaya L.) on hair growth in rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus). The results indicated that the application of papaya seed extract promoted hair growth in the tested rabbits, suggesting its potential as a natural treatment for hair growth. The findings supported the use of papaya seed extract as a beneficial agent in promoting hair growth, although further research would be necessary to confirm these results and understand the underlying mechanisms.

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