Topically Used Herbal Products for the Treatment of Hair Loss: Preclinical and Clinical Studies

    Anna Herman, Andrzej Przemysław Herman
    Studysummary This review summarizes preclinical and clinical information on herbal products for hair loss treatment, highlighting their mechanisms, follicular penetration, and potential side effects, suggesting they may offer alternatives to synthetic drugs with fewer side effects.
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