Also known as: Mentha piperita essential oil
Essential oil that promoted hair growth in a mouse model, outperforming minoxidil.
Peppermint oil contains menthol, which causes vasodilation and a cooling sensation on the scalp. It may increase dermal thickness and follicle number by improving blood flow to hair follicles. The mechanism in humans is not well characterized.
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