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    Glossary Pumpkin seed oil

    nutrient-rich oil from pumpkin seeds, beneficial for hair health

    Pumpkin seed oil is a nutrient-rich oil extracted from the seeds of pumpkins, known for its high content of essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and vitamins. It has been studied for its potential benefits in promoting hair health and treating conditions like androgenetic alopecia, as it may help inhibit the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is involved in hair loss.

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    1. Pumpkin seed oil
    2. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies

    Research 10 of 253

    1. The potential of pumpkin seeds as a functional food ingredient: A review Scientific African · 2020 · 216 citations
    2. Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine · 2014 · 36 citations
    3. Effect of Fermented Camel Milk Containing Pumpkin Seed Milk on the Oxidative Stress Induced by Carbon Tetrachloride in Experimental Rats Fermentation · 2022 · 15 citations
    4. The beneficial effects of Pumpkin (<i>Cucurbita pepo</i>L.) seed oil for health condition of men Food Reviews International · 2018 · 15 citations
    5. Niosomal delivery of pumpkin seed oil: development, characterisation, and physical stability Journal of Microencapsulation · 2019 · 13 citations
    6. Uromedic&#174; Pumpkin Seed Derived Δ7-Sterols, Extract and Oil Inhibit 5α-Reductases and Bind to Androgen Receptor &lt;em&gt;in Vitro&lt;/em&gt; Pharmacology & pharmacy · 2018 · 12 citations
    7. Pumpkin Seed Oil-Loaded Niosomes for Topical Application: 5α-Reductase Inhibitory, Anti-Inflammatory, and In Vivo Anti-Hair Loss Effects Pharmaceuticals · 2022 · 7 citations
    8. Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam for the treatment of female pattern hair loss: A randomized comparative trial Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2021 · 4 citations
    9. RETRACTED ARTICLE: Pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo subsp. ovifera) decoction promotes Trichinella spiralis expulsion during intestinal phase via “Weep and Sweep” mechanism Scientific Reports · 2024 · 4 citations
    10. Beneficial effects of pumpkin seed oil as a topical hair growth promoting agent in a mice model. DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals) · 2019 · 3 citations
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    Community 10 of 160

    1. Pumpkin seed oil and alcohol free minoxidil Reddit · 29 Jun 2026
    2. A Study I came along by mistake researching (Dutasteride +Pumpkin seed oil ) for every other day use. Reddit · 7 Jun 2026
    3. Combining Oral Pumpkin Seed Oil (2000mg) with Topical Rosemary Oil - Any experiences? Reddit · 30 Mar 2026
    4. Shedding increase from pumpkin seed oil - dread shed or time to stop? Reddit · 5 Jan 2026
    5. A person advised me to use pumpkin seed oil instead of minoxidil? Reddit · 26 Nov 2025
    6. Anyone tried herbal treatments like pumpkin seed oil etc. long enough to see it doesnt work? Reddit · 28 Oct 2025
    7. Need a transplant? Currently taking minoxidil, saw palmetto and pumpkin seed oil. Reddit · 13 Oct 2025
    8. Pumpkin seed oil for hair loss. Has anyone actually tried it? Suddenly PSO is everywhere. Reddit · 25 Aug 2025
    9. Pumpkin seed oil Community · 24 Aug 2025
    10. 3 months using Nizoral weekly & 1000mg of pumpkin seed oil daily (before -> after) Reddit · 20 Jun 2025
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