Moderate evidencemineral

Copper for Hair Thinning

Essential cofactor for lysyl oxidase in collagen and elastin cross-linking. Required for tyrosinase in melanin synthesis.

How strong is the research?

Moderate evidence

Based on cohort study data — strong observational evidence.

Research source

SourceMilde P et al. · Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology 2016

How much to take

1–2 mg

Upper limit 10 mg/day. Balance with zinc (10:1 zinc:copper ratio recommended).

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