Green Tea Leaves (Camellia Sinensis (L.) Kuntze) Extract and Hibiscus Leaves Extract (Hibiscus Tilliaceus L.) as Topical Hair Growth Promoter in Microemulsion

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.

Green tea extract combined with red light therapy is being considered for hair growth on the scalp. Traditional treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil are also mentioned.

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of combining Laminaria japonica and Cistanche tubulosa extracts for hair growth. It also mentions treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

A serum containing Centella asiatica extracellular vesicles, IGF-1, FGF-7, and caffeine significantly improved hair thickness, density, length, and reduced hair loss after 56 days. The conversation also discusses how treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole address different aspects of hair loss by reducing DHT, improving blood flow, and lowering inflammation.

A mixture of MSM, kombucha, and black tea was applied topically for hair growth in mice. The conversation suggests skepticism about translating these results to humans.

Quercetin and houttuynia cordata extract may stimulate hair growth by enhancing cellular energy metabolism and increasing growth factor secretion. Quercetin has low oral bioavailability, and its natural tint might stain the scalp if used topically.