Pumpkin seed oil vs. minoxidil 5% topical foam for the treatment of female pattern hair loss: A randomized comparative trial
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Published in Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
Key Findings
Topical pumpkin seed oil improved hair density and reduced vellus hair proportion in female pattern hair loss, with results comparable to 5% minoxidil foam on several measures.
Conclusions
A plant 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor produced clinically measurable hair outcomes in a head-to-head trial.
Outcomes Measured
Findings of the present trial provide evidence for the efficacy of pumpkin seed oil in the treatment of female pattern hair loss.
Topical pumpkin seed oil improved hair density and reduced vellus hair proportion in female pattern hair loss, with results comparable to 5% minoxidil foam on several measures.
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