Hair Growth Effects of Laminaria Japonica Extract and Growth Factor Mixture on a C57BL/6 Mouse Model

    January 2016 in “ Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering ”
    Bong Moo Lee, Sun-Hee Park, Yong Jig Lee … Dae Hwan Park
    Studysummary This animal study found that Laminaria japonica mixed with insulin-like growth factor-1 significantly promoted hair growth in mice, suggesting its potential use for treating alopecia pending further clinical trials.
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