Ferulic Acid Promotes Hair Growth Via Estrogen Receptor Alpha Activation In Cultured Human Dermal Papilla Cells

    March 2026 in “ Scientific Reports ”
    Heena Rim, Jaeyoon Kim, Jang Ho Joo … Nae Gyu Kang
    Studysummary This study found that Cnidium officinale extract and its compound ferulic acid improved hair growth by promoting dermal papilla cell function and mitochondrial activity, suggesting their potential as a new treatment option for alopecia, possibly through estrogen receptor alpha activation.
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