Formulation of Microemulsion of Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum Frutescens L.) Ethanol Extract and Hair Growth Activity Test

August 2024 in “ Majalah Obat Tradisional ”

Deni Anggraini, Nofri Hendri Sandi, Meiriza Djohari

microemulsion cayenne pepper Capsicum Frutescens ethanol extract hair growth olive oil tween 80 surfactants particle size stability tests hair growth activity tests

TLDR Cayenne pepper microemulsion at 0.2% concentration significantly promotes hair growth.

The study investigates the formulation of a microemulsion containing ethanol extract of cayenne pepper (Capsicum frutescens L.) and its effects on hair growth. The research highlights that capsaicin, the active component in cayenne pepper, can promote hair growth by increasing the production of insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) in both mice and humans with alopecia. The microemulsion formulation aims to enhance the delivery and efficacy of capsaicin for potential therapeutic use in treating hair loss.

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