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Microneedle Patch Boosts Hair Growth with Stevioside

10/14/2025

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Australian and Chinese researchers developed a microneedle patch that enhances minoxidil delivery for androgenetic alopecia by adding stevioside from stevia.
In studies on genetically modified mice, the patch yielded 67.5% hair coverage by day 35, versus 25.7% for standard minoxidil.
Researchers caution that human effectiveness and potential side effects require further testing.
The work, published in Advanced Healthcare Materials, could benefit millions worldwide.

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Story summary

Australian and Chinese researchers developed a microneedle patch that enhances minoxidil delivery for androgenetic alopecia by adding stevioside from stevia.
In studies on genetically modified mice, the patch yielded 67.5% hair coverage by day 35, versus 25.7% for standard minoxidil.
Researchers caution that human effectiveness and potential side effects require further testing.
The work, published in Advanced Healthcare Materials, could benefit millions worldwide.