Melatonin for Hair Regrowth: Preclinical Insights, Current Evidence, and Future Perspectives

    June 2025 in “ Electronic Journal of General Medicine ”
    Weeratian Tawanwongsri, Chime Eden
    Studysummary This review suggests that melatonin may increase hair density and reduce hair shedding, but variations in study designs highlight the need for more standardized clinical trials.
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