A Novel, Drinkable Food Supplement Formulation Reduces Hair Shedding and Increases the Percentage of Anagen Scalp Hair Follicles in Females with Hair Loss.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Telogen effluvium (TE) is a common, non-scarring hair loss condition characterized by excessive shedding due to disruptions in the hair growth cycle. It is often triggered by stress, hormonal changes, or nutritional deficiencies and is often associated with impaired quality of life. The objective of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a novel once-a-day drinkable food supplement in women experiencing TE. Methods: A monocentric, open-label, single-arm pilot study was conducted, enrolling 37 female subjects aged 20 to 45 years with self-perceived hair shedding and diagnosed with TE. Subjects refrained from using products with similar effects throughout the study. Evaluations included hair density, hair shedding, anagen to catagen/telogen

SUBMITTER: Saez Moya M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12693284 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature