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November 2017 in “Drug Delivery and Translational Research” Certain extracts from Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb. and germacrone can boost the skin's absorption of minoxidil, a hair growth promoter, making it more effective.
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August 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Liposomal IGF-1 safely and effectively treats hair loss in hamsters.
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January 1988 Topical DHEA safely increases skin oil production.
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