Randomized triple blind controlled trial· 2020
An Herbal Extract Combination (Biochanin A, Acetyl tetrapeptide-3, and Ginseng Extracts) versus 3% Minoxidil Solution for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-week, Prospective, Randomized, Triple-blind, Controlled Trial
Lueangarun S|Panchaprateep R|Tempark T|Noppakun N
Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology
- PubMed
- 33584955
- Evidence level
- moderate
- Verification
- verified
Summary
A 24-week randomized triple-blind trial compared a multi-ingredient hair formulation containing acetyl tetrapeptide-3 with 3% minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia.
Limitations
Small sample|Combination intervention|No peptide-isolation arm|Comparator concentration and formulation limit interpretation