Regulation of Human Dermal Papilla Cell Apoptosis by Oregonin Derived from Alder Branches
September 2018
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한국자원식물학회지
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Studysummary This study found that oregonin isolated from Alnus japonica exhibits strong antioxidant activity and may promote hair growth, suggesting its potential use in cosmetic products.
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In 2018, researchers Gyeong Hwa Lee, Kwang Hyun Park, and Sun Eun Choi conducted a study on the effects of Oregonin, a compound derived from the branches of Alnus japonica, on human hair dermal papilla cell apoptosis. The study found that Oregonin had a modulative effect on the apoptosis of these cells, suggesting potential benefits for hair growth and the treatment of hair loss conditions. The specific mechanisms and extent of these effects were not detailed in the summary.
