Hair Growth-Promoting Effects of a Multi-Targeted Cosmetic Formulation Containing PYGL, DP2, and 15-PGDH Inhibitors Developed Using AI-Based DeepZema® in Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week Randomized Controlled Trial
Conventional treatments for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) are often limited by suboptimal efficacy and potential adverse effects, highlighting the need for alternative approaches. We aimed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of a multi-targeted cosmetic formulation containing TrinogeniX™, composed of synthetic small-molecule inhibitors of glycogen phosphorylase, the prostaglandin D2 receptor, and 15-hydroxyprostaglandin dehydrogenase, developed using the artificial intelligence-driven platform DeepZema®, in individuals with AGA. This 24-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involved 56 participants, of whom 49 completed the study. Efficacy was assessed using phototrichogram analysis, visual evaluation by dermatologists, and subjective questionnaires. Safety was evaluated based on adverse event reports and dermatological examinations. The test group demonstrated a significant increase in hair density and thickness over 24 weeks (p < 0.05), whereas no significant changes were observed in the placebo group. Expert visual assessments confirmed greater improvements in the test group. Subjective evaluations revealed consistently greater perceived improvements in hair loss symptoms, hair richness, and front hairline conditions in the test group. No adverse events or clinically significant abnormalities were observed. The multi-targeted cosmetic formulation (Motifull hair tonic) significantly improved hair density, thickness, and overall hair condition without adverse effects, suggesting its potential as a safe and effective option for AGA. Clinical trial registration: CRIS No. KCT0010804: A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of “Motifull Hair Tonic” (tentative name) for the alleviation of hair loss symptoms.
Authors
- H. O. Kim
- Sanghwa Lee (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9472-9235)
- Yeon Ji Choi
- Jin Hee Shin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5742-3384)
- Hae Kwang Lee
- Hee Dong Park (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6650-5081)
- Gaeun Oh
Institutions
- Skin Research Center (FR)
- Io Therapeutics (United States) (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cosmetics
- Published
- 2026-04-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3390/cosmetics13020090
- Primary Topic
- Hair Growth and Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Korea Health Industry Development Institute