Exploring Phytotherapy for Alopecia: Efficacy, Mechanisms, and Future Directions

    March 2024
    Nasreen Bano, Kuldip Kumar Savita, Vaibhav Srivastava, Khushboo Mishra
    Studysummary This review article highlights the potential of various herbal treatments, such as Saw Palmetto and Ginseng, in promoting hair growth and managing alopecia, while emphasizing the necessity for more rigorous clinical trials.
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