A Novel Cosmetic Formulation That Rapidly Reduces Hair Shedding in Females

    September 2024 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
    Nina Mehta, Daniel do Nascimento Fonseca, Rachita Dhura, Carlos Gustavo Wambier, Torello Lotti, Andy Goren
    TLDR The new hair product quickly reduces hair shedding in women.
    The study evaluated the efficacy of a novel topical cosmetic formulation, DA-OTC-002, which combines an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist (synephrine) and a trace amine-associated receptor (TAAR) agonist (tyramine hydrochloride), in reducing hair shedding in females. Involving 76 healthy female participants, the study found that the treatment significantly reduced hair shedding by 62.5% compared to the placebo, with an average of 13.62 hairs shed in the treatment group versus 36.26 in the placebo group (p < 0.0001). The formulation showed rapid effects within 5 minutes of application and no adverse events were reported. The study suggests potential benefits for both short-term and possibly long-term use, with future comparisons to 5% minoxidil recommended. The mechanism of action suggests applicability for preventing hair loss in males as well.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    4 / 4 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 146 results

      community Rate my dutasteride stock on 10

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  115 upvotes 3 years ago
      Using Dutasteride as a hair loss treatment and its potential benefits, including availability in certain countries without a prescription and lower side effects than Minoxidil or RU58841.

      community My dermatologist won’t prescribe me Fin

      in Treatment  78 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 23-year-old Italian man in Switzerland is experiencing hair loss and cannot get a prescription for Finasteride, only Minoxidil. He seeks advice on obtaining Finasteride through online pharmacies or by consulting different doctors.

      community Went from almost balding to some this!

      in Progress Pictures  498 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user successfully regrew hair after nearly going bald by using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, plasma injections, and mesotherapy over 9 months. They plan to try derma rolling and have an alarm set for taking medication, noting increased sexual drive as a side effect.

      community Soon nearly 2 Years Finasteride+Minoxidil Update

      in Progress Pictures  406 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a user sharing a nearly 2-year update on hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, with occasional use of microneedling. Commenters are impressed with the significant improvement in the user's hair.

    Similar Research

    5 / 1000+ results