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GlossaryFucoidan

complex polysaccharide from brown seaweed with potential health benefits

Fucoidan is a complex polysaccharide found in various species of brown seaweed, such as kombu and wakame. It has been studied for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and anti-cancer properties, and is sometimes used in skincare and hair care products for its purported ability to promote hair growth and improve scalp health.

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research Enhancement of Human Hair Growth Using Ecklonia Cava Polyphenols

26 citations, January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology”

Ecklonia cava polyphenols help increase human hair growth and reduce hair loss.

Efficacy of Cistanche Tubulosa and Laminaria Japonica Extracts (MK-R7) Supplement in Preventing Patterned Hair Loss and Promoting Scalp Health

research Efficacy of Cistanche Tubulosa and Laminaria Japonica Extracts (MK-R7) Supplement in Preventing Patterned Hair Loss and Promoting Scalp Health

14 citations, January 2015 in “Clinical Nutrition Research”

MK-R7 supplement with Cistanche Tubulosa and Laminaria Japonica extracts improved hair density and scalp health without adverse effects.

research Book Review: Cosmeceuticals and Active Cosmetics, Third Edition

1 citations, May 2019 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology”

The book provides detailed information on natural ingredients in beauty products and emphasizes the need for more human trials to confirm their effectiveness.

research Comparison of Saccharina Japonica–Undaria Pinnatifida Mixture and Minoxidil on Hair Growth Promoting Effect in Mice

9 citations, November 2016 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery”

The L-U mixture promotes hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.

research Hair Biology and Care Product Ingredients from Marine Organisms

1 citations, December 2011

Marine-derived ingredients show potential for hair health but need more human trials to confirm effectiveness.

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