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Hair Fall and Pre-mature GrayingNCT06552039

Proof-of-Science, Prospective, Interventional, Three-arm, Double-Blind, Randomized, Safety and Efficacy Real World Evidence Study.

A study testing Polyherbal Hair Oil, Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair Serum and Minoxidil Hair Serum in people with Hair Fall and Pre-mature Graying, run by NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd at 1 site in India.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

Official record
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Trial summary

This is proof-of-science, prospective, interventional, three-arm, double-blind, randomized, safety and efficacy real world evidence study of herbal and non herbal formulations in healthy human subjects having complaint of hair fall and pre-mature graying. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 55 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Hair Fall and Pre-mature Graying
What is being tested?
Polyherbal Hair Oil, Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair Serum and Minoxidil Hair Serum
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
99 participants
Where
1 siteIndia
Study dates
26 Dec 2024to 28 Jun 2025
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 55 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age: 18 to 55 years and above (both inclusive) at the time of consent.
  • Sex: Males and non-pregnant/non-lactating females (preferably equal number of males and females).
  • Females of childbearing potential must have a self-reported negative urine pregnancy.
  • Subject is in good general health as determined by the Investigator on the basis of medical history.
  • Female with 40-50 counts and male with 25 -30 counts of hair fall at screening.
  • Subject having AGA and premature Gray hair at a time of screening.
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  • Subject having premature gray hair at a time of screening.
  • Subject with pro-claimed nonpathological thinning of hair.
  • Subject is able to remain on stable doses of contraceptive or replacement hormonal therapy, including no therapy, 6 weeks prior to and for the duration of the study.
  • If the subject is of childbearing potential, is practicing and agrees to maintain an established method of birth control (IUD, hormonal implant device/injection, regular use of birth control pills or patch, diaphragm, condoms with spermicide or sponge with spermicidal jelly, cream or foam, partner vasectomy or abstinence). Females will beconsidered as non-childbearing potential if they are surgically sterile, have been post menopausal for at least 1 year or have had a tubal ligation.
  • Subjects are willing to give written informed consent and are willing to follow the study procedure.
  • Subjects who commit not to use any other medicated/ prescription shampoos/hair care products (containing Minoxidil), any other hair growth products or hair colour or dye, other than the test products for the entire duration of the study.
  • Willing to use test products throughout the study period.
  • Subject is willing and able to follow and allow study staff to performed study test methods.
  • Subject is willing and able to follow the study directions, to participate in the study, returning for all specified visits.
  • Subject must be able to understand and provide written informed consent to participate in the study

Who cannot join

  • Subject have history of severe hair fall due to any clinically significant problems like anaemia, thyroid problems.
  • Subject have history of any dermatological condition of the scalp other than hair loss and dandruff.
  • Subject have history of any prior hair growth procedures (e.g. hair transplant or laser).
  • Subject who had taken topical treatment of hair loss for at least 4 weeks.
  • Subject who had taken any systemic treatment for at least 3 months.
  • History of alcohol or drug addiction.
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  • Subject having history or resent condition of irritated or visibly inflamed scalp or severe scalp disease.
  • Subject having history or present condition of an allergic response to any cosmetic products, any other condition which could warrant exclusion from the study.
  • Pregnant or breast feeding or planning to become pregnant during the study period.
  • History of chronic illness which may influence the cutaneous state.
  • Subject have participated any clinical research study related to hair care products.
  • Subject have history of mastectomy for cancer involving removal of lymph nodes within the past year, or treatment of any type of cancer within the last 6 months.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

India1 site
  • NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd

    Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 382481

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About this study

Official title: Scientific Evaluation of the Safety and Efficacy of Herbal and Non Herbal Formulations in Mitigating Hair Fall, Promoting Hair Growth, and Preventing Premature Hair Graying.

This is proof-of-science, prospective, interventional, three-arm, double-blind, randomized, safety and efficacy real world evidence study of herbal and non herbal formulations in healthy human subjects having complaint of hair fall and pre-mature graying.

Read the detailed description

Considering the clinical safety, efficacy study a sufficient number 99 subjects (33 subject/arm) will be enrolled to 90 subjects (30 subject/arm) completed the study. In each arm, fifteen (15) participants per group will be recruited, with one group consisting of individuals experiencing mild to moderate Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) class 1, 2, 3, while the other group will comprise fifteen (15) healthy subjects with symptoms of hair loss and premature graying. The potential subjects will be screened as per the inclusion \& exclusion criteria only after obtaining written informed consent from the subjects. The adult female/male subjects will be instructed to visit the facility as per the below visits.

  • Visit 01 (Day -04): Screening, Tattoo creation, Hair Growth Rate measurement
  • Visit 02 (Day 01): Enrolment, Hair Growth Rate measurement, All evaluations
  • Visit 03 (Day 45 (±2 days)): Treatment Phase
  • Visit 04 (Day 87 (±2 days)): Treatment Phase, Tattoo creation, Hair Growth Rate measurement Visit 05 (Day 90 (3 days from visit 04): Hair Growth Rate measurement, All evaluations
  • Visit 06: (Day 120 (±2 days)): End of Treatment Phase, All evaluations
Being tested
Polyherbal Hair Oil, Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair Serum, Minoxidil Hair Serum

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Polyherbal Hair OilOther

    Apply oil with the help of fingertips on your scalp and massage it gently enabling it to penetrate into the roots (follicle) of your hair. Don't apply with your palms and never rub it vigorously as it may uproot weak hair. Let the oil gradually seep into follicle of your hair \& nourish them for the whole night. The oil may be removed in the morning by washing of hair with Ayurvedic Shampoo. Dosage form: liquid frequency: Three times a week Route of Administration: Topical

  • Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair SerumOther

    First, apply the herbal hair oil generously to your scalp and hair, ensuring thorough coverage. Gently massage it in with your fingertips to promote circulation and absorption. After the oil application, follow the instructions provided for the application of the minoxidil hair serum. Apply the serum to the areas of your scalp where you desire hair growth, using the dropper provided or as directed. Massage it gently into your scalp to ensure even distribution and absorption. Leave the serum on without rinsing.

    Dosage form: liquid Frequency : For Minoxidil - Daily Night Application For Herbal Hair Oil- Thrice a week.

    Route of Administration: Topical

  • Minoxidil Hair SerumOther

    Apply the amount prescribed to the area of the scalp being treated, beginning in the center of the area. Dosage form: liquid Frequency : Daily night Application of Minoxidil Route of Administration: Topical

Study groups in NCT06552039
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Polyherbal Hair OilExperimentalApply oil with the help of fingertips on your scalp and massage it gently enabling it to penetrate into the roots (follicle) of your hair. Don't apply with your palms and never rub it vigorously as it may uproot weak hair. Let the oil gradually seep into follicle of your hair \& nourish them for the whole night. The oil may be removed in the morning by washing of hair with Ayurvedic Shampoo. Dosage form: Liquid Frequency: Three times a week Route of Administration: Topical
Receives: Other: Polyherbal Hair Oil
Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair SerumActive comparatorFirst, apply the herbal hair oil generously to your scalp and hair, ensuring thorough coverage. Gently massage it in with your fingertips to promote circulation and absorption. After the oil application, follow the instructions provided for the application of the minoxidil hair serum. Apply the serum to the areas of your scalp where you desire hair growth, using the dropper provided or as directed. Massage it gently into your scalp to ensure even distribution and absorption. Leave the serum on without rinsing Frequency: For Minoxidil - Daily Night Application For Herbal Hair Oil- Thrice a week Route of Administration: Topical
Receives: Other: Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair Serum
Minoxidil Hair SerumActive comparatorApply the amount prescribed to the area of the scalp being treated, beginning in the center of the area. Frequency: Daily Night Application of Minoxidil Route of Administration: Topical
Receives: Other: Minoxidil Hair Serum

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. change in hair thickness by using CASLite Nova

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in hair thickness by using CASLite Nova.

    Measured: Baseline before usage of test product on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120

  2. change in hair density by using CASLite Nova

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of hair density by using CASLite Nova.

    Measured: Baseline before usage of test product on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120

  3. change in hair growth rate by using CASLite Nova

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in hair growth rate by using CASLite Nova

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120 .

  4. change in hair strength by using hair pull test.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in hair strength by using hair pull test

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products (04 days before Day 01) and after usage of the test on Day 45, Day 90 and Day 120

  5. change in hair fall by using 60 second hair combing test.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in hair fall by using 60 second hair combing test.

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products (04 days before Day 01) and after usage of the test on Day 45, Day 90 and Day 120.

  6. change in scalp skin hydration by using Corneometer CM 825

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in scalp skin hydration

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45, Day 90 and Day 120

  7. change in Anagen: Telogen (A: T) Ratio by using Hair Pluck Test by dermatologist.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in Anagen: Telogen (A: T) Ratio

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 120

  8. change in ASFS by using ASFS scoring scale.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in ASFS where 0-10 scale (0 means no flakes and 10 means heavy flaking)

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 (+2 days), Day 90 (3 days from the visit 04) and Day 120 (+2 days)

  9. change in GSS score by using CASLite Nova

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in GSS score

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 120 (+2 days)

Secondary outcomes (8)
  1. change in general appearance of hair

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in general appearance of hair where categorical variable indicated as poor, average and good scale

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45, Day 90 and Day 120.

  2. change in general appearance of scalp.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in general appearance of scalp where categorical variable indicated none, mild, moderate and excessive

    Measured: Baseline before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120.

  3. change in digital photographs of the head crown Nikon digital camera D3300

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in digital photographs of the head crown

    Measured: Before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120.

  4. change in products perception questionnaire by using 5-point Likert scale

    To evaluate the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in products perception questionnaire

    Measured: Before usage of the test products on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45, Day 90 and Day 120

  5. sensorial evaluation on the hair tress by 6 expert evaluation.

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of sensorial evaluation on the hair tress by 6 expert evaluation

    Measured: Baseline and post application of the test products on Day 1 at T 60 minutes

  6. change in hair shine using glossymeter GL 200

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in hair shine using glossymeter GL 200

    Measured: Baseline and post application of the test products on Day 1 at T 60 minutes

  7. change in damage repair of the hair by using SEM analysis

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in damage repair of the hair by using SEM analysis

    Measured: Baseline on Day 1 and post application of the test products at 120 Days

  8. change in lipid deposition of the hair by using XRF method

    To assess the effectiveness of the test products in terms of change in lipid deposition of the hair by using XRF method

    Measured: Baseline on Day 1 and post application of the test products at 120 Days

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted13 Aug 2024
  2. Study start26 Dec 2024
  3. Primary completion28 Jun 2025
  4. Study completion28 Jun 2025

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Other
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
Proof-of-Science, Prospective, Interventional, Three-arm, Double-Blind, Randomized, Safety and Efficacy
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
99 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06552039
Sponsor's protocol ID
NB230043-NB
Status last verified
Aug 2026
First submitted
30 Jul 2024
Last updated
6 Aug 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Polyherbal Hair Oil, Minoxidil Herbal Hair Oil + Minoxidil 5 (%) Hair Serum and Minoxidil Hair Serum in people with Hair Fall and Pre-mature Graying, run by NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd at 1 site in India.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 16 inclusion and 12 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 Aug 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in India. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

change in hair thickness by using CASLite Nova (time frame: Baseline before usage of test product on Day 01 and after usage of the test products on Day 45 , Day 90 and Day 120). The study lists 9 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 6 Aug 2026.

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