A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating the Efficacy of an Exosome-Containing Plant Extract Formulation for Treating Male Alopecia

    March 2025 in “ Life ”
    Farahnaz Amini, Jun Liang Teh, Chung Keat Tan, Eugenie Sin Sing Tan, Edmond Siah Chye Ng
    TLDR The plant extract helped increase hair growth in men without severe side effects.
    This pilot randomized controlled trial evaluated the efficacy of an exosome-containing plant extract formulation (ECPE) for treating male alopecia in 20 participants. The study found that the ECPE group experienced a significant increase in hair growth compared to the placebo group, with a large effect size and no severe adverse effects, although mild scalp irritation was noted in two participants. Participants in the ECPE group also reported higher self-perceived satisfaction. The study suggests that ECPE is a promising treatment for male alopecia, but further research with larger sample sizes and longer follow-up periods is needed to confirm these findings and assess long-term efficacy and safety.
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