Formulation and Evaluation of Hair Tonic Preparation with Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia L.) Extract on Rabbit Hair Growth

Burdock root and marigold are suggested as natural alternatives for hair growth. Onion juice, castor oil, and rosemary oil are also mentioned as treatments.

Teak leaf extract shows potential as a mild hair growth promoter for androgenic alopecia, with similar positive trends to minoxidil but without significant side effects. It can be made at home using dried teak leaves and ethanol, though its effectiveness compared to other treatments like finasteride is debated.

Rotenone, a natural plant extract, may promote hair growth by increasing LDH activity and blocking MPC in the scalp, but it carries risks due to its toxicity. The suggested formulation includes Barbasco extract, DMSO, propylene glycol or PEG-400, ethanol, and a carrier oil.

Mango oil may inhibit DKK1 and DHT, potentially aiding hair growth by activating the Wnt signaling pathway. A user plans to test mango leaves juice and other Ayurvedic products for hair regrowth.

Rosemary-lavender oil can stimulate hair growth compared to a placebo. Some users combine it with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

RootBioTec, a basil hairy root extract, claims to reduce hair loss by 31% in two months by inhibiting 5α reductase II and stimulating hair follicles. There is limited independent information available about its effectiveness.