Can a daily pill boost hair growth? new study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT07556016

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a dietary supplement containing taurine, L-cysteine, and grape seed extract to see if it improves hair health in people with hair loss. About 239 men and women will take either the active supplement or a placebo daily for 6 months. Researchers will measure hair density, shine, and strength at 3 and 6 months to see if the supplement works better than a placebo.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

A dietary supplement containing taurine, L-cysteine, and grape seed extract (OPCs)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple supplement option to improve hair density and reduce hair loss.

What could go wrong

This is an early-stage study with no phase, and results may show no benefit over placebo. The supplement is not a cure for hair loss.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alopecia androgenetic alopecia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Eurofins Dermscan Pharmascan

    Aix-en-Provence, France, 13594, France

  • Eurofins Dermscan Pharmascan

    Villeurbanne, France, 69100, France

  • Eurofins EVIC

    Bordeaux, France, 33000, France

  • Eurofins Spincontrol

    Tours, France, 37000, France