Effects of Withania somnifera root extract serum application on hair health in healthy adults: A prospective, double-blind, randomized, parallel, placebo-controlled study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Alopecia is a dermatological condition affecting genders, negatively impacting their personality and quality of life (QoL). The current approved entities are limited, inconsistently effective, and associated with negative side effects. To alleviate this issue, ayurvedic herbs such as Ashwagandha have being explored. As a result, this study was designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Ashwagandha (root extract) topical formulation (serum) on hair health in healthy adults.

Methods

In this prospective, double-blind, randomized, placebo controlled, two arm, parallel, comparative study, the effects of topical Ashwagandha on the hair health was evaluated. Healthy adults between 18 and 45 years with mild to moderate hair loss were randomized to either Ashwagandha

SUBMITTER: Yerram C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10709127 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature