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The conclusion is that a treatment called cp-asiAR can reduce hair loss and promote hair growth, making it a potential new therapy for androgenetic alopecia.
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Coreopsis tinctoria Nutt. extract can effectively dye hair yellow or dark brown with good wash durability.
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