Comparative Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Bimatoprost 0.01% Versus Topical Bimatoprost 0.03% in Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

    Mohamed S. Zaky, Osama Hashem, S Mahfouz, Mohamed L. Elsaie
    Studysummary This study found that both 0.01% and 0.03% bimatoprost gel and 2% minoxidil gel significantly improved eyebrow density in individuals with hypotrichosis, with no significant difference between the treatments, although the highest bimatoprost concentration showed a more favorable response.
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