Also known as: Curcumin, Curcuma longa
Potent anti-inflammatory with theoretical scalp benefits but no direct hair growth evidence.
Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, is a potent inhibitor of NF-κB and other inflammatory pathways. Chronic scalp inflammation contributes to follicular miniaturization, and curcumin's anti-inflammatory effect may create a healthier follicular environment. Antioxidant properties may also protect follicular stem cells from oxidative damage.
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