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September 2014 in “Biological Research” This study found that arctiin, a compound from Arctium lappa, demonstrated protective effects against oxidative stress-induced dysfunction in human hair dermal papilla cells, suggesting potential therapeutic use for alopecia.
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June 2024 in “Journal of Cellular and Molecular Medicine” This study reviews how oxidative stress affects hair follicle development and hair growth, discusses antioxidant-based treatments for hair loss, and evaluates natural antioxidant products that promote hair growth, emphasizing the need for further research due to existing limitations.
October 2025 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” This review explores the immunopharmacological potential of A. lappa for inflammatory musculoskeletal disorders (IMSDs) but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the need for standardized research methodologies.