January 2016 in “Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research” Angiopteris evecta extracts significantly promote hair growth in rabbits.
November 2015 in “Pharmacy & pharmacology international journal” Jamun fruit pulp extract is better at promoting hair growth than seed extract.
2 citations,
December 2014 in “Research & Reviews: Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Carrot extract in gel form may help hair grow better.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Naringi crenulata leaf extracts promote hair growth.
2 citations,
June 2013 in “Herba Polonica” The extract from Elephantopus scaber Linn. might help with hair growth in rats.
Some Himalayan plants with higher antioxidant activity can promote hair growth better.
Trichosanthes cucumerina leaf extract can promote hair growth like Minoxidil.
4 citations,
January 2011 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Hibiscus flower extract slowed down hair growth in rats.
3 citations,
October 2009 in “Iranian Journal of Basic Medical Sciences” Buxus wallichiana extract improves hair growth and has antioxidant properties, with oral use more effective than topical.
67 citations,
May 2007 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The herbal formulation promoted hair growth faster and more effectively than minoxidil in rats.
Low doses of certain Chinese herbs can promote hair growth, while high doses may inhibit it.
128 citations,
September 2003 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Hibiscus rosa-sinensis leaf extract helps hair grow longer and faster.