Answer first
Folli-Fix combines minoxidil foam with ginger and lemongrass extracts, which contribute to its scent and feel. Lab studies have looked at compounds from ginger and other plants on hair-follicle cells, but these are ingredient studies, not proof of what the product does. The main active is minoxidil.
What research looks at
Studies on plant compounds are mostly in cells or animals, and results don't transfer directly to people.
Sensitive skin
Plant extracts can irritate some people. Patch-test if you react easily.
Questions
Does it smell strong?
It has a light herbal scent.
Can I use it if allergic to ginger?
No; ask us about alternatives.
Studies mentioned
These studies looked at ingredients or general approaches. None of them tested our treatments or products, so they are background, not proof.
- Miao Y et al. (2013). 6-Gingerol inhibits hair shaft growth in cultured human hair follicles and modulates hair growth in mice. PLoS One 8(2):e57226.In vitro / ex vivo human follicles + mouse study. 6-Gingerol, the main active compound of ginger, suppressed hair-shaft growth in cultured human hair follicles and dermal papilla cell proliferation, and prolonged telogen in mice.PubMed 23437345doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0057226