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(57) [Summary] [Structure] An external preparation for hair, which comprises hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) as an active ingredient. As HGF, natural males, those obtained by synthetic methods, and those obtained by gene recombination technology are used. [Effects] According to the present invention, it is excellent in safety for hair and skin, prevents hair loss by activating hair mother cells, and promotes proliferation of melanocytes in hair roots, It can recover melanin production and prevent or improve the occurrence of gray hair. |