Efficacy and safety of <i>Latilactobacillus curvatus</i> LB-P9 on hair health: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Numerous factors influence hair health, including genetic predisposition, hormonal changes, stress, nutritional deficiencies, medical conditions, or medications. With the rising interest in maintaining hair health, alternative approaches such as functional cosmetics and food products are gaining attention. Probiotics, health-beneficial live microorganisms, are emerging as potential candidates for improving hair health. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the effects and safety of oral intake of Latilactobacillus curvatus LB-P9 on hair health.

Methods

The study was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial involving participants (aged 18-60 years old) with mild to moderate hair damage. Participants were randomly assigned to the test

SUBMITTER: Choi SY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11600313 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature