Unlocking the Potential of Rosemary in Alopecia: A Narrative Review of Evidence on Mechanism, Applications and Challenges

    October 2025 in “ Journal of Advanced Trends in Medical Research ”
    Razan M. Alawadh, Sarah N. Alsherian, Khalid M. Al-Husain … Shatha A. Alotaibi
    Studysummary This review highlights the potential of rosemary as a treatment for various types of alopecia, with effects possibly comparable to minoxidil and a favorable safety profile, though further large-scale studies are necessary to confirm these findings.
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