In Vivo Hair Re-Growth Efficacies of Minoxidil Preparations: Distearyldimethylammonium Chloride Vesicles, Cellulose Acetate Phthalate Microparticles, and Poloxamer Solution

    January 2009 in “ Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology ”
    Jung-Hyun Kim
    Studysummary This study found that cationic vesicles enhanced minoxidil skin retention and in vivo hair growth efficacy compared to other formulation types due to electrostatic interactions with the skin.
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