Are hair oils helpful in treating androgenetic alopecia?
USA: A new review article published in a leading dermatology journal International Journal Of Dermatology, examines the existing literature on using hair oils in treating androgenetic alopecia in the Black community. The article focuses on the two popular carrier oils; castor oil and pumpkin oil, and four essential oils; lavender, peppermint, rosemary and tea tree oil.
Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA), commonly known as male or female pattern baldness, affects millions worldwide and can be debilitating. In the African diaspora, oils have traditionally been used to promote hair growth, and recently, hair oils to treat alopecia have become increasingly popular. More research is required to determine the efficacy of hair oils, as most studies have primarily used mice subjects.
Jewell Dinkins and colleagues conducted this review to review the existing literature on hair oils in the treatment of alopecia. Castor oil, a popular carrier oil, has been traditionally used in the Black community to promote hair growth. The review article found that while evidence to support the use of castor oil for hair growth is limited, some studies suggest that it may improve hair thickness and density.
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