Bullsh*t or not?

Let’s find out. We’re checking every claim, one by one.

To save you time, we’ve added screenshots of the most important study results.
You’ll find all sources at the bottom of this article.

There’s a lot of talk about Pumpkin Seed Oil — and here’s why:

✅ Increases hair count by up to 40%

✅ Blocks the production of DHT (without the chemical side effects)

✅ Packed with zinc and magnesium for follicle health

Sounds good — but does it actually work?

What does Pumpkin Seed Oil really do for your hair?

You might know them as a snack.
But the oil extracted from these seeds? It’s a powerhouse for your scalp:

✔ Neutralizes the 5-alpha reductase enzyme
This is the enzyme that turns testosterone into DHT. Less enzyme = less DHT shrinking your follicles. (Cho et al., 2014)

✔ Reduces scalp inflammation
Pumpkin seed oil calms the tissue, creating a better environment for growth.

✔ Provides structural nutrients
It is rich in zinc and antioxidants (tocopherols), which are crucial for maintaining the integrity of your hair.

What does the science say?

📌 2014 – The landmark human trial

This is the "gold standard" study. 76 men with male pattern baldness took 400mg of pumpkin seed oil daily for 24 weeks.

The result: The group using pumpkin seed oil saw a 40% increase in hair count.

📌 Visual Proof
While the placebo group only saw minor changes, the pumpkin seed oil group saw significantly more density on the vertex (crown) of the head.

How should you actually use it?

Eating a handful of seeds? Nope.
You won't get a concentrated enough dose of the active phytosterols (beta-sitosterols) to make a dent in your DHT levels.

What does work?

👉 Concentrated Oil (Oral or Topical):
The study used oral capsules, but topical application is increasingly popular to target the follicles directly.

👉 Consistency is key:
In the study, significant results took 12 to 24 weeks. You cannot rush biology.

Verdict: does Pumpkin Seed Oil work?

✅ Yes. The 2014 double-blind study is very clear: Pumpkin Seed Oil is a proven, effective natural treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia.

Our take?
It is one of the best natural alternatives to chemical DHT blockers. It works best when you combine it with other growth stimulants.

Ideally, you combine it with ingredients that improve blood flow, like caffeine.

💡 Pro tip: Our very own KÁDESO Grow Serum combines multiple DHT blockers and growth activators to give your hair the best fighting chance.

➡️ Want to try it yourself? At least you’ll know you’re using something backed by real science.

Sources

• Cho et al. (2014) – Effect of Pumpkin Seed Oil on Hair Growth in Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
  Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial showing 40% mean hair count increase.

• Gossell-Williams et al. (2006) – Inhibition of testosterone-induced hyperplasia
  Confirmed the mechanism of blocking testosterone effects, supporting its role as a DHT blocker.