The present invention relates to a composition for improving, preventing or treating android type alopecia comprising a catechin 7-O-β-D-apiofuranoside compound as an active ingredient. The compounds of the present invention inhibit the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is converted by 5-alpha-reductase from testosterone in human-derived dermal papilla cells, and can be used as an active substance for the treatment, prevention or improvement of androgenetic alopecia. .
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