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September 2016 in “Journal of dermatological science” The conclusion is that the variation in hair thinness in patients is mostly due to the amount of underdeveloped hairs, and treatments that thicken fine hairs might work for those with mild to severe conditions.
Green tea in shampoo can help hair grow, get stronger, control dandruff, and is good for fine hair.
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