Effectiveness of a Layer-by-Layer Microbubbles-Based Delivery System for Applying Minoxidil to Enhance Hair Growth

    January 2016 in “ Theranostics ”
    Ai-Ho Liao, Ying-Jui Lu, Yi-Chun Lin … Chih-Hung Wang
    Studysummary In this animal study, ultrasound combined with a new microbubble formulation of minoxidil increased hair growth rates and improved follicle characteristics more effectively than minoxidil alone.
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