Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam for the treatment of female pattern hair loss: A randomized comparative trial
February 2021
in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”
TLDR Pumpkin seed oil slightly outperforms minoxidil foam in treating hair loss with fewer side effects.
A randomized comparative trial found that both pumpkin seed oil and minoxidil 5% topical foam were effective in treating female pattern hair loss, with pumpkin seed oil showing slightly better results in hair count and thickness. Pumpkin seed oil had fewer side effects than minoxidil. The study compared the effectiveness of pumpkin seed oil and minoxidil 5% foam in treating female pattern hair loss in 60 patients over 3 months.
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