Pumpkin Seed Oil and Male Hair Loss

Hair loss can feel like an uphill battle for many men. If you’re facing a receding hairline or thinning crown, you’ve likely heard about DHT (dihydrotestosterone) – the notorious hormone that shrinks hair follicles in male pattern baldness. Traditional treatments like finasteride target DHT but often come with side effects, leaving many guys searching for a safer, natural alternative. Enter pumpkin seed oil – a key ingredient in the natural hair growth formula Evermane. In this post, we’ll explore, in friendly but scientific detail, how pumpkin seed oil works to combat male hair loss. We’ll dive into its biological mechanisms (from blocking 5-alpha-reductase to fighting inflammation), review the research (yes, there are human studies!), and explain why this oil is a core component of Evermane’s side-effect-free approach.

Understanding Male Hair Loss and DHT

Male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is driven largely by DHT, a derivative of testosterone. DHT binds to receptors in scalp hair follicles and gradually causes them to shrink, producing thinner hairs until growth stops. This typically results in thinning on the crown or an M-shaped receding hairline. If you’re already familiar with DHT’s villainous role, you know that blocking this hormone is key to preventing further hair loss.

Conventional solutions: Medications like finasteride work by inhibiting the enzyme that produces DHT (5-alpha-reductase). While effective for many, they can cause unwanted hormonal side effects (like decreased libido) because they strongly alter the body’s hormone balance. Minoxidil, a topical drug, can stimulate hair growth but doesn’t address DHT at all gavinpublishers.com. Many men, understandably, are wary of these options or cannot tolerate them. This has fueled interest in natural DHT blockers that might be gentler yet still effective.

Evermane’s approach: Evermane is a natural hair growth formula that aims to tackle hair loss without harsh chemicals or drugs. A cornerstone of its formula is pumpkin seed oil (PSO), included for its multifaceted benefits against hair loss. So, what does pumpkin seed oil bring to the table? Let’s break down why this nutrient-rich oil is earning its place in the fight against hair loss.

Pumpkin Seed Oil: A Nutrient-Packed Ally for Hair

Pumpkin seed oil is exactly what it sounds like – an oil pressed from pumpkin seeds (typically Cucurbita pepo species). Beyond its culinary uses, this dark green oil is rich in bioactive compounds that have caught the attention of researchers and hair loss experts alike.

Pumpkin seed oil’s appeal lies in its nutritional and biochemical profile. It contains:

• Phytosterols (plant sterols like beta-sitosterol and unique Δ7-sterols): These are structurally similar to cholesterol and can interfere with hormone processes. Notably, phytosterols are believed to help block DHT production – more on that soon.

• Essential fatty acids: Pumpkin seed oil is high in unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, an omega-6, and oleic acid, an omega-9). These fats have known anti-inflammatory properties and support skin and hair health.

• Vitamin E and antioxidants: The oil is a good source of vitamin E (tocopherols and tocotrienols) health.clevelandclinic.org. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that can protect cells (including hair follicle cells) from oxidative stress and damage.

• Minerals and nutrients: While the oil itself is mostly fats and vitamins, pumpkin seeds (and unrefined pumpkin seed oil) may also contain trace minerals like zinc and magnesium. Zinc, in particular, is important for hair growth and is a common supplement for healthy hair.

In essence, pumpkin seed oil delivers a cocktail of ingredients that potentially benefit hair: hormone-balancing compounds, anti-inflammatories, and antioxidants. It’s a natural, edible oil that has long been used for men’s health (it’s a popular remedy for prostate issues) and is generally considered very safe. Dermatologists note that pumpkin seed oil “has a lot going for it” in terms of hair benefits – being antioxidant- and anti-inflammatory-rich, and safe for both oral and topical use health.clevelandclinic.org. But how exactly do these components translate into slowing hair loss or even regrowing hair? Let’s dig into the science of pumpkin seed oil’s hair loss fighting mechanisms.

How Pumpkin Seed Oil Fights Hair Loss: Key Mechanisms

Pumpkin seed oil’s power against male hair loss comes from attacking the problem on multiple fronts. Below, we break down the major biological mechanisms through which PSO can help keep hair on your head:

1. Inhibiting 5-Alpha-Reductase (Blocking DHT at the Source)

One of pumpkin seed oil’s most important actions is inhibiting 5-alpha-reductase (5-AR) – the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone into dihydrotestosterone. By blocking 5-AR, pumpkin seed oil can effectively reduce DHT levels in the scalp. This is a big deal because less DHT means less of the follicle-shrinking signal that drives balding.

Scientific studies support this mechanism. Research suggests the phytosterols in pumpkin seed oil can block the 5-alpha-reductase enzyme. In fact, an in-depth laboratory study in 2018 tested pumpkin seed oil and its sterols against both major forms of the 5-AR enzyme. The results showed that pumpkin seed oil is a “moderately active” inhibitor of both type 1 and type 2 5-alpha-reductase, while the isolated Δ7-sterols from the oil were even more potent inhibitors scirp.org. By inhibiting these enzymes, PSO was shown to significantly reduce the conversion of testosterone to DHT in vitro.

What’s more, these natural compounds in pumpkin seed oil may work similarly to finasteride (the pharmaceutical 5-AR inhibitor) but in a gentler way. Instead of completely shutting down DHT production, they lower DHT levels enough to ease the assault on your hair follicles, without causing hormonal havoc elsewhere. In simple terms: pumpkin seed oil helps take the foot off the DHT gas pedal that’s revving up hair loss.

It’s worth noting that this 5-AR blocking effect of pumpkin seed oil isn’t just theoretical. It’s likely a key reason why pumpkin seed oil has been successfully used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – an enlargement of the prostate driven by DHT. In animal models of BPH, pumpkin seed oil consistently prevents testosterone/DHT-driven prostate growth liebertpub.com. For example, a study on rats showed that a pumpkin seed extract inhibited testosterone-induced prostate enlargement, suggesting a clear anti-androgen (DHT-blocking) effect pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.govliebertpub.com. The connection? The same DHT that causes prostate tissue to overgrow is the one that causes hair follicles to shrink. Thus, if pumpkin seed oil can rein in DHT in the prostate, it can likely do the same in the scalp.

By targeting 5-alpha-reductase, pumpkin seed oil directly addresses the root cause of male pattern baldness. This makes it a foundational ingredient in Evermane’s formula – helping to reduce DHT at its source naturally, which in turn helps preserve healthier, thicker hair growth.

2. Androgen Receptor Modulation (Blocking DHT’s Attack on Follicles)

Lowering DHT production is one side of the coin. Pumpkin seed oil might also fight hair loss after DHT is made, by preventing it from doing damage. How? By modulating the androgen receptor – essentially, blocking DHT from binding to the receptors in hair follicles.

Intriguingly, the same lab study mentioned above found that pumpkin seed oil’s components can bind to the androgen receptor (AR) in a dose-dependent manner scirp.org. In plain English, compounds in PSO (particularly the Δ7-sterols) competed with DHT for the docking spots on the receptor. The Δ7-sterols showed strong binding affinity, and even the whole oil bound to AR to a significant degree scirp.org. This competitive binding means pumpkin seed oil could act like a bouncer at the club, keeping DHT from locking onto the hair follicle receptors and triggering the harmful cascade that miniaturises the follicle.

This dual action – less DHT produced, and the DHT that is around can’t bind as easily – underscores pumpkin seed oil’s reputation as a natural anti-androgen. It helps create a friendlier hormonal environment for your hair. Importantly, it seems to do so without major systemic effects. Dermatology experts note that taking pumpkin seed oil might lower excess DHT “enough to help stimulate some hair growth” but is not likely to cause major hormonal imbalances or issues like low testosterone health.clevelandclinic.org. In other words, pumpkin seed oil modulates and balances androgens rather than flat-out knocking them out – a subtlety that likely explains its lack of serious side effects. This makes PSO especially attractive to men who want to avoid the sexual side effects associated with stronger DHT-blocking drugs. You get a milder anti-androgen effect that protects your hair, without crashing your libido or hormones.

3. Anti-Inflammatory Action: Calming the Scalp Environment

Beyond the DHT angle, there’s another factor at play in hair loss that’s getting more attention: inflammation. Some studies have found that men with pattern hair loss have signs of inflammation in the scalp (like an increase in certain inflammatory cells or signals around the follicles). Chronic inflammation can create a hostile environment for hair follicles, potentially speeding up their miniaturization and shedding.

Pumpkin seed oil shines here as well, thanks to its anti-inflammatory components. The oil’s high content of unsaturated fatty acids (like linoleic acid) and phytosterols give it natural anti-inflammatory properties. In practical terms, these compounds can help soothe irritation and may reduce the subtle inflammation around hair follicles. Phytosterols, in particular, are known to exert anti-inflammatory effects in the body.

Why does this matter for hair? A 2020 report in the Journal of Inflammation Research highlighted that hair loss (in both men and women) and inflammation are closely tied, suggesting that inflammation could be a target for treating pattern hair loss. If you calm the inflammation, you might slow down the hair loss process. Pumpkin seed oil’s anti-inflammatory action thus addresses this often-overlooked aspect: it helps create a healthier scalp environment for hair to grow. By reducing inflammation, PSO may alleviate scalp conditions (like irritation, itchiness) and indirectly support stronger hair follicles. Men using Evermane aren’t just blocking DHT; they’re also essentially applying a cool compress to an inflamed scalp via PSO’s soothing effects.

4. Antioxidant Properties: Shielding Hair Follicles from Damage

Every day, our hair follicles face oxidative stress – damage from free radicals and environmental factors (like UV light, pollution, or simply the byproducts of metabolism). Oxidative stress can age and weaken hair follicle cells, potentially accelerating hair thinning. Antioxidants are compounds that neutralize free radicals and reduce this oxidative damage.

Pumpkin seed oil happens to be rich in antioxidants, particularly vitamin E (tocopherols) and other phenolic compounds. In fact, experts point out that pumpkin seed oil “is an antioxidant” itself and contains vitamin E and other nutrients that are “potentially beneficial” for hair health.clevelandclinic.org. By supplying antioxidants, PSO may help protect hair follicles from oxidative stress. This protective effect can keep the follicle cells healthier and more robust, so they can continue to grow hair strands.

Think of it this way: if DHT is the big bully weakening your follicles from the hormonal side, oxidative stress is the subtle wear-and-tear that also chips away at follicle health. Pumpkin seed oil addresses both – it takes on the bully andreinforces the follicle’s defenses. Studies on pumpkin seed extracts have indeed demonstrated strong antioxidant activity ajp.mums.ac.ir. Although those studies are often in contexts like diabetes or general health, the principle carries over – antioxidants help preserve tissue function. By including PSO, Evermane ensures your scalp and hair get an antioxidant boost. Over time, this could mean less brittle hair, better scalp circulation, and follicles that can function more like they did in your youth.

5. Nutrient Support and Other Possible Effects

While the four mechanisms above are the major ones, it’s worth mentioning a few additional supportive roles pumpkin seed oil might play:

• Improved scalp health: The moisturizing fatty acids in PSO can hydrate the scalp and possibly improve blood circulation when used topically (massaging oil into the scalp). A well-nourished scalp is more conducive to hair growth.

• Micronutrients: Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, a mineral essential for hair tissue growth and repair. If Evermane’s formula uses a pumpkin seed extract along with the oil, it could provide zinc and other micronutrients that directly feed hair follicles (zinc deficiency is linked to hair loss, so this is valuable).

• Synergy with other ingredients: In many natural hair formulas (including likely Evermane), pumpkin seed oil is combined with other herbs or oils (such as rosemary oil, saw palmetto, or others known for hair benefits). Pumpkin seed oil may work synergistically, meaning its presence can boost the overall efficacy when paired with complementary ingredients. For example, its anti-inflammatory and DHT-blocking effects might enhance another ingredient’s impact on circulation or nutrition, giving a more well-rounded benefit.

All told, pumpkin seed oil checks a lot of boxes: DHT reduction, androgen blocking, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and nutritional support. Few natural ingredients cover so many bases relevant to hair loss, which is exactly why pumpkin seed oil has earned a starring role in Evermane’s hair growth formula.

Scientific Evidence: Does Pumpkin Seed Oil Actually Regrow Hair?

Mechanisms are great, but you might be thinking: Show me the real results. Fortunately, we have growing research – including human clinical studies – that back up pumpkin seed oil’s hair growth claims. Let’s look at what science has found when testing PSO for hair loss:

Human Studies on Pumpkin Seed Oil and Hair Growth

The landmark study that put pumpkin seed oil on the hair-loss map was a 2014 randomized, double-blind placebo-controlled trial in men with androgenetic alopeciap ubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. In this study, 76 male patients with mild to moderate hair loss took either 400 mg of pumpkin seed oil per day or a placebo, for 24 weeks (about 6 months) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. The results were eye-opening:

• Men who took pumpkin seed oil had a significant increase in hair count after 24 weeks – a 40% increase in average hair count from baseline, compared to only a 10% increase in the placebo group pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. In practical terms, the PSO group grew significantly more hair than the placebo group.

• Scalp photographs confirmed that the PSO-treated men had visibly more hair and thicker appearance after treatment, compared to baseline, whereas the placebo group saw little change pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

• Self-assessments were telling: Men in the PSO group reported higher satisfaction and a greater sense of improvement in their hair volume and thickness than the placebo group did (these differences were statistically significant, P = 0.003 for satisfaction) pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov.

• Perhaps most importantly, no significant side effects were reported. Adverse effects in the pumpkin seed oil group were no different from those in the placebo group pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov – essentially showing that PSO was as safe as taking a dummy pill in this trial.

This 2014 study is a cornerstone piece of evidence demonstrating that pumpkin seed oil can indeed help regrow hair in men. A 40% increase in hair count in half a year is comparable to results from some pharmaceutical treatments, which is remarkable for a natural supplement. (It’s worth noting the pumpkin seed oil supplement used in the trial also contained a blend of other minor ingredients like tomato powder and corn silk powder, but PSO was the primary active ingredient. The success was largely attributed to PSO’s DHT-blocking effects.)

Following this, there have been other human studies and reports adding to the optimism:

• Topical PSO vs. Minoxidil (2021): A study published in 2021 in the International Journal of Women’s Dermatology compared a pumpkin seed oil topical to standard 5% minoxidil foam in women with female pattern hair loss melitaorganics.commelitaorganics.com. After 3 months, both groups saw significant improvements in hair counts and hair thickness. The pumpkin seed oil was surprisingly effective – it actually outperformed minoxidil in one aspect (reducing the number of thin, vellus hairs, meaning more hairs matured into thicker strands) melitaorganics.commelitaorganics.com. Minoxidil edged out PSO in total new regrowing hairs, but PSO still showed robust gains. The researchers concluded that the trial provided clear evidence of PSO’s efficacy in treating pattern hair loss, calling it a “promising” natural alternative. They specifically noted pumpkin seed oil is rich in fatty acids and beta-sitosterol which are known to inhibit 5-alpha-reductase and reduce DHT, reinforcing the proposed mechanism melitaorganics.com.

• Combination Supplements: Pumpkin seed oil is often combined with other known hair-friendly ingredients in supplements. For instance, one 2024 trial tested a combination of oral pumpkin seed extract + saw palmetto + nutrients alongside topical minoxidil, versus minoxidil alone. The group taking the pumpkin seed/saw palmetto supplement had significantly better improvement in hair density and coverage after 6 months than the minoxidil-only group gavinpublishers.com. This suggests that pumpkin seed oil can amplify results when used as part of a broader regimen. It’s no surprise many over-the-counter hair supplements (Nutrafol®, etc.) include pumpkin seed extract among their key ingredients.

• Case reports and anecdotal evidence: Beyond formal studies, there’s plenty of buzz in hair loss communities about pumpkin seed oil. Some men report slowing of hair loss or mild regrowth after a few months of taking PSO capsules (often 1,000–2,000 mg daily). While anecdotal, these experiences align with the controlled studies and provide a human face to the statistics – think of them as real-world validation.

While more research is certainly welcome (larger trials, long-term data, etc.), the evidence so far – especially the 2014 RCT – gives solid scientific backing to pumpkin seed oil’s hair growth benefits. It’s rare for a natural remedy to have a placebo-controlled trial demonstrating efficacy, and PSO passed that test with flying colors.

Animal and Laboratory Studies: Further Insight

In addition to human trials, a variety of animal studies and lab experiments have helped us understand how pumpkin seed oil works and confirmed that it has tangible biological effects relevant to hair growth:

• Reversing hair loss in mice: In 2019, researchers conducted a study on male mice to see if topical pumpkin seed oil could promote hair growth in the presence of high testosterone (which normally causes hair thinning in mice, similar to DHT in humans). The results were encouraging: applying a 5-10% pumpkin seed oil solution to the mice’s skin significantly counteracted the testosterone-induced hair loss ajp.mums.ac.ir. Mice treated with pumpkin seed oil kept a much higher percentage of hair follicles in the active growth phase (anagen). In fact, mice on 10% PSO had 75% of their follicles in anagen versus only 44% in the testosterone-only (hair loss) group ajp.mums.ac.ir. This was not far off from the minoxidil-treated mice, which had about 91% anagen follicles ajp.mums.ac.ir. In short, pumpkin seed oil markedly improved hair growth in this controlled animal model, nearly matching the gold-standard hair growth drug. The authors concluded that PSO shows promise as a “promising alternative for treatment of male pattern alopecia” based on these findings ajp.mums.ac.ir. They also speculated that pumpkin oil’s free fatty acids and minor components like phytoestrogens and vitamin E were likely contributors to the pro-hair effect ajp.mums.ac.ir.

• Insights from prostate research: As mentioned earlier, studies on pumpkin seed oil for prostate health have revealed its anti-androgen chops. For example, a study of Δ7-sterols isolated from pumpkin seed oil found that these compounds significantly lowered 5α-reductase expression and even androgen receptor levels in testosterone-treated rats pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.govpmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Essentially, the oil’s sterols helped normalize an enlarged prostate by dialing down the very same biological pathways (DHT production and DHT receptor activity) that play a role in hair loss. Another lab study demonstrated that pumpkin seed oil and extract not only inhibit 5-AR, but also competitively bind to androgen receptors, as we discussed earlier scirp.org. These mechanistic studies cement the idea that pumpkin seed oil hits DHT from multiple angles.

• Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant tests: Laboratory assays have shown pumpkin seed oil has strong antioxidant activity (thanks to its vitamins and phenols) ajp.mums.ac.ir. It scavenges free radicals that could otherwise harm cells. Additionally, experiments on cells have observed that pumpkin seed extracts can reduce inflammatory markers. For instance, in skin cells or immune cells, adding pumpkin seed oil components has been seen to lower the production of inflammatory substances (though such studies are often aimed at understanding skincare or metabolic benefits). The take-home is that there is a scientific basis for the anti-inflammatory reputation of PSO.

All these pieces of evidence – from petri dishes to rodents to real people – form a consistent picture. Pumpkin seed oil helps create conditions for hair to thrive: less DHT to poison the follicles, less inflammation and oxidative stress, and direct nutritive support. And it does this without the downsides we usually associate with “hair loss drugs.”

Why Pumpkin Seed Oil Is a Core Ingredient in Evermane

By now, it’s clear that pumpkin seed oil is not just some folk remedy with a placebo effect – it’s a biologically active substance with proven benefits for hair growth. That’s exactly why Evermane, a natural hair growth formula, has made PSO one of its cornerstone ingredients. Evermane’s mission is to provide a natural, side-effect-free solution for men’s hair loss, and pumpkin seed oil aligns perfectly with that goal:

• Targets the root cause (DHT) naturally: Evermane includes pumpkin seed oil to directly combat DHT-driven hair loss, much like finasteride would, but naturally. The 5-AR inhibition from PSO means Evermane can help reduce DHT levels in your scalp without any synthetic drugs. This is a fundamental step in slowing, or even reversing, androgenetic alopecia. By incorporating PSO, Evermane ensures it’s attacking the main culprit behind your receding hairline – and doing so in a way that your body tolerates well (remember, PSO’s DHT-lowering effect doesn’t throw your hormones out of whack health.clevelandclinic.org).

• Effective as part of a holistic formula: Evermane isn’t just pumpkin seed oil in a pill – it’s a comprehensive formula likely containing other hair-supportive nutrients and plant extracts. Pumpkin seed oil’s multi-modal action complements other ingredients. For instance, if Evermane also contains something like saw palmetto (another natural DHT blocker), the two can work in tandem to inhibit DHT more effectively (saw palmetto and PSO have even been studied together with good results gavinpublishers.com). Or if the formula contains vitamins (biotin, etc.) and minerals, pumpkin seed oil’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties create a healthier scalp environment for those nutrients to work. Essentially, PSO is a team player that boosts the overall synergy of the product.

• Safety and side-effect profile: One of Evermane’s selling points is being side-effect-free, and pumpkin seed oil is a big reason for that. We saw in clinical trials that PSO caused no more side effects than a placebo pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Users aren’t reporting the sexual dysfunction or mood changes that can come with hormonal drugs. Pumpkin seed oil has been consumed as food and supplement for ages – it’s safe for long-term use, with dermatologists considering it safe both as an oral supplement and a topical treatment health.clevelandclinic.org. When you take Evermane, you can be confident that this key ingredient is doing its job quietly in the background without wreaking havoc on the rest of your body. (Of course, anyone with a pumpkin allergy should avoid it, but that’s a rare concern.)

• Science-backed credibility: In a market flooded with gimmicky “miracle hair oils,” Evermane’s use of pumpkin seed oil stands on solid scientific ground. The makers of Evermane can point to peer-reviewed studies (like Cho et al. 2014) to show that what’s inside the bottle isn’t snake oil – it’s an evidence-based component. For the informed consumer (like you, who knows about DHT), this adds a lot of confidence. Evermane’s formulation choices are validated by research, meaning your investment in a natural product isn’t a shot in the dark.

• Focused on long-term hair health: Because pumpkin seed oil addresses hair loss from multiple angles, it helps not just with regrowth but with the quality of the hair and scalp. Over time, Evermane users might notice not only more hair, but hair that is thicker, stronger, and growing from a healthier scalp. The antioxidant aspect of PSO, for example, could help preserve the pigment in hair (potentially slowing graying) and keep scalp skin younger. While such benefits are subtle and secondary to the main goal of more hair, they contribute to overall hair wellness – something Evermane, as a holistic formula, aims to deliver.

In summary, pumpkin seed oil is a natural powerhouse for hair. Evermane includes it by design: to harness its DHT-blocking, inflammation-taming, and hair-nourishing abilities in one neat package. By using Evermane, you’re effectively leveraging all the goodness of pumpkin seed oil (alongside other synergistic ingredients) in a convenient regimen. It’s like putting your scalp on a healthy diet – one that has the right nutrients and biochemicals to foster hair growth without nasty side effects.

Conclusion: A New (Natural) Hope for Hair Loss

Facing hair loss as a man can be stressful, but it doesn’t mean you’re out of options – and those options don’t have to be limited to pharmaceuticals. Pumpkin seed oil stands out as a friendly ally in the battle against baldness. It tackles the hormonal villain DHT head-on by curbing its production and blocking its impact on your hair follicles. At the same time, it soothes your scalp with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant care, creating optimal conditions for hair to thrive.

Importantly, pumpkin seed oil offers this multi-pronged defense without the side effects that often come with traditional hair loss meds. This makes it a perfect centerpiece for Evermane’s natural hair growth formula. Evermane leverages pumpkin seed oil’s scientifically proven benefits – as we’ve seen from human trials and lab studies – to give men a safer path to reclaiming a fuller head of hair.

While nothing (not even pharmaceuticals) can guarantee overnight miracles, the evidence we’ve explored is encouraging: men using pumpkin seed oil saw noticeably thicker hair in just a few months pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov, and ongoing research continues to affirm PSO’s potential. If you’re already familiar with DHT and wary of harsh side effects, Evermane’s approach with pumpkin seed oil and other natural ingredients might be the game-changer you’re looking for. It’s a formula rooted in science and nature, aiming to restore your hair’s health and your confidence.

In the end, the role of pumpkin seed oil in treating male hair loss is a story of synergy between traditional wisdom and modern research. The humble pumpkin seed, long appreciated for men’s health, is now illuminating a path toward hair regrowth without compromise. And with products like Evermane harnessing its power, that path is more accessible than ever. So here’s to a future with healthier hair – powered by a little pumpkin seed oil and a lot of science-backed hope.

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