Rosemary vs Minoxidil: What Clinical Studies Show

A landmark 2015 comparative trial investigated the efficacy of rosemary extract versus 2% minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia. At the 6-month mark, both groups experienced significant hair count increases, but the rosemary group reported significantly less scalp itching and irritation.

Why Rosemary Works in Hair Oils

Rosemary leaves contain high concentrations of carnosic acid, a phenolic diterpene that rejuvenates micro-vascular circulation surrounding the follicular papilla.