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Glossary Brown Algae

group of marine plants with brown pigment fucoxanthin

Brown algae, also known as Phaeophyceae, are a group of marine plants that include species like kelp and seaweed. They are characterized by their brownish color, which comes from the pigment fucoxanthin, and play a crucial role in marine ecosystems by providing habitat and food for various marine organisms.

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research Optimization of Nanostructured Lipid Carriers (NLC) Extract Crude Fucoidan Algae Brown (Sargassum chrysanthemum): Design and Characterization

December 2024 in “Tropical Journal of Natural Product Research”

This study aimed to enhance the skin penetration of brown algae fucoidan using a Nanostructured Lipid Carrier, achieving a formulation with good physical quality and stability.

research The Brown Algae Ishige sinicola Extract Ameliorates Ovariectomy-Induced Bone Loss in Rats and Suppresses Osteoclastogenesis through Downregulation of NFATc1/c-Fos

8 citations , April 2022 in “Nutrients”

In this study, Ishige sinicola extract was observed to improve bone density and structure in an animal model of estrogen deficiency-induced osteoporosis, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic option for postmenopausal osteoporosis by inhibiting osteoclast formation without cytotoxic effects.

research Polysaccharides from the Sargassum and Brown Algae Genus: Extraction, Purification, and Their Potential Therapeutic Applications

2 citations , June 2023 in “Plants”

This paper reviews extraction methods for obtaining polysaccharides from brown macroalgae like Sargassum, highlighting their antiviral, antimicrobial, and antitumoral bioactivities in both in vivo and in vitro studies, while also discussing challenges in research and commercialization of Sargassum-based products.

research The Promoting Effect of Ishige sinicola on Hair Growth

26 citations , May 2013 in “Marine Drugs”

This study found that Ishige sinicola extract increased hair growth and cell proliferation in cultured vibrissa follicles and mice, suggesting potential benefits for treating alopecia through β-catenin activation and 5α-reductase inhibition.

research Potential of Macroalgae for Anti Alopecia: A Systematic Review

March 2025 in “INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACY”

This review article discusses the potential of macroalgae, including red, green, and brown varieties, in treating alopecia by stimulating hair growth in follicles, highlighting findings from 18 articles that suggest different types of algae possess anti-alopecia properties.

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community 2 % fucoidan significantly alleviated AGA symptoms, promoted hair growth, and increased hair density

21 upvotes 11 months ago

2% fucoidan alleviated AGA symptoms, promoted hair growth, and increased hair density in mice. Fucoidan is considered safe for humans as a supplement and topical skincare product, with potential therapeutic effects against AGA.

community From hairline recession to full-blown resurrection

in Satire 75 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation humorously discusses hair loss and its treatments, specifically mentioning Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. It highlights a transformation from hairline recession to significant hair regrowth.

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