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research Plant cell culture as emerging technology for production of active cosmetic ingredients

67 citations , June 2018 in “Engineering in Life Sciences”

This review discusses advancements in plant cell culture technology for producing potent natural cosmetic ingredients and reports no new experimental results.

research Nanocarriers as Active Ingredients Enhancers in the Cosmetic Industry—The European and North America Regulation Challenges

65 citations , March 2022 in “Molecules”

This study examines the role of nanotechnology in cosmetics, highlighting its benefits in improving ingredient solubility and stability, but also noting challenges such as cost, shelf life, and safety concerns, along with regulatory complexities, particularly in harmonizing global legislation.

research Coffea arabica: An Emerging Active Ingredient in Dermato-Cosmetic Applications

5 citations , January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals”

This review highlights the potential of Coffea arabica as an active ingredient in skincare, noting its bioactive compounds from leaves and beans show promising anticellulite, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties, with unique phenolic concentrations in leaves offering enhanced skin benefits.

research Caffeine as an Active Ingredient in Cosmetic Preparations Against Hair Loss: A Systematic Review of Available Clinical Evidence

February 2025 in “Healthcare”

In this systematic review, the researchers observed that topical caffeine preparations appear safe and effective against hair loss, but most studies had low-quality evidence due to design flaws, indicating the need for better-designed trials before drawing definitive conclusions.

research Current Advances of Nanocarrier Technology-Based Active Cosmetic Ingredients for Beauty Applications

33 citations , July 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

This review discusses the use of nanocarrier technology in functional cosmetics to enhance skin penetration, increase ingredient stability, and allow codelivery of active ingredients, without reporting new clinical results.

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community Do botanical oils actually improve absorption in a minoxidil and finasteride topical?

2 upvotes 1 month ago

A user is using a pharmacy-compounded topical treatment for hair loss containing minoxidil, finasteride, azelaic acid, caffeine, and an oil blend including argan, jojoba, castor, rosemary, tea tree, and nettle oils. They are questioning if the oil blend improves absorption of the active ingredients compared to a simple alcohol/propylene glycol solution.

community Recently went to a trichologist and got recommended these 4 products to treat AGA.

1 month ago

The trichologist recommended products with ingredients like retinol, caffeine, and placenta extract for AGA, but users believe these are ineffective and possibly a scam. They suggest consulting a dermatologist and using proven treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride instead.

community Anyone here found a shampoo that actually helps with hair thinning?

68 upvotes 1 year ago

Cosmetics Hut Hair Strengthening Shampoo with Biotin Peppermint Platyclaudus is popular for reducing hair shedding. Other treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and biotin supplements.

community Coegin Pharma to release Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Q2 2025

118 upvotes 2 years ago

Follicopeptide (FOL005) by Coegin Pharma will launch as a cosmetic hair growth treatment by Q2 2025, showing similar efficacy to finasteride. Users discuss the benefits and skepticism of releasing hair loss treatments as cosmetics rather than drugs.

community New plant-based serum shown to regrow hair in weeks, according to scientists

in Treatment 274 upvotes 8 months ago

A new plant-based serum is claimed to regrow hair in weeks, but users are skeptical about its effectiveness and the reliability of the study. Ingredients like Centella Asiatica and IGF-1 are mentioned, but many doubt the serum's superiority over existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.

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