January 2024 in “Future postharvest and food” This study reviewed the historical and current uses of frankincense, highlighting its potential antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory effects, particularly noting some clinical evidence that suggests its use in treating COVID-19 symptoms, although more data is needed.
36 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Herbal Medicine” This review explores research on nanoformulations for enhancing the topical delivery of herbal medicines, noting potential benefits like improved bioavailability and sustained delivery, and emphasizes the need for safety and toxicity guidelines in developing these novel drug delivery systems.
21 citations
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November 2022 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This review highlights the potential of several medicinal plants as treatments for seborrhea dermatitis by inhibiting Malassezia growth and reducing symptoms like itching and redness, amid challenges of drug adherence and side effects in existing therapies.
7 citations
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September 2018 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” This study found that deoxycholic acid effectively reduces excess fat under the chin, showing significant volume reduction and increased patient satisfaction in both aesthetic improvements and recovery experiences among the 13 participants.
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June 2022 in “Cells” The study found that growing dermal papilla cells in 3D spheroids enhances their activity with hair growth-promoting agents, such as minoxidil and TCQA, compared to traditional 2D cultures.