Growing Evidence of the Beneficial Effects of a Marine Protein-Based Dietary Supplement for Treating Hair Loss

    September 2017 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”
    Carl S. Hornfeldt
    Studysummary This review of clinical data found that an oral marine supplement increased hair growth and thickness while reducing hair loss in women and men with thinning hair, suggesting it is a safe and effective treatment.
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