Ancient Chinese medicine may hold the key to hair regrowth

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Source: ScienceDaily Health

Original: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/02/260208233839.htm...

Published: Mon, 09 Feb 2026 03:18:01 EST

Ancient Chinese medicine pays attention to the medicinal root Polygonum multiflorum as a potential remedy against hair loss. The plant blocks hormones that shrink hair follicles, protects them from damage and activates natural signals for regrowth. Increases blood flow to the scalp. According to research, it prolongs the anagen phase of hair and stops the effect of androgens in the cells of the dermal papilla, thereby blocking DHT[1]. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is believed to restore dark hair color and prevent graying[3][5]. Horse extract improves the nutrition of the follicles and restores shine to the hair[3][7]. Horse is a powerful natural antioxidant that neutralizes DHT responsible for color loss and hair loss[3][4].