October 2017 in “The American journal of gastroenterology” Taking He Shou Wu (Polygonum multiflorum) caused liver injury in a woman using it for hair loss.
Hair loss causes emotional distress, leading to high spending on treatments, with Minoxidil and Propecia being common but having side effects.
December 2015 in “Turkderm” About 30% of dermatology patients used complementary and alternative medicine, mostly women with higher education and income, but 85% still preferred traditional medical treatments.
November 2015 in “Clin-Alert” Some medications and supplements can cause serious side effects, including hair loss, heart rhythm problems, liver injury, and other health issues.
The S-2 herbal extract significantly promotes hair growth.
January 2015 in “Farmatsevtychnyĭ zhurnal” The tincture made from nettle, sage, and horse chestnut in a 5:3:2 ratio is effective for treating telogen effluvium.
December 2014 in “Sociedad (University of Buenos Aires)” A hair loss supplement with green tea caused liver damage in three people.
The shampoo with 10% SLS had the best physical properties.
Banana plants have many health benefits, including reducing ulcers, infections, pain, high blood pressure, and more.
December 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Estrogen increases a growth factor in hair cells which might affect hair loss.