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GlossaryEpigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG)

powerful antioxidant in green tea with potential hair growth benefits

Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) is a powerful antioxidant found predominantly in green tea. It has been studied for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and heart-protective effects. In the context of hair and alopecia, EGCG has shown promise in promoting hair growth and reducing hair loss by inhibiting the activity of hormones and enzymes that contribute to hair follicle shrinkage.

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research Human Hair Growth Enhancement In Vitro By Green Tea Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate (EGCG)

108 citations, November 2006 in “Phytomedicine”

Green tea component EGCG could potentially promote human hair growth.

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community Any merit to this daily leave in foam? Saw P/Caffeine

in Treatment 2 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation is about hair loss treatments. The user considers using a foam with Saw palmetto, caffeine, and EGCG, but another user suggests just using finasteride.

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