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February 2021 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” The new topical botanical formulation significantly regrew hair in all five patients without side effects.
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January 2009 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” Herbal hair oil with 7.5% amla, hibiscus, brahmi, and methi promotes hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.
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